The Woman's Doctor

Today on The Woman’s Doctor, we discuss a better way to overcome the hormonal imbalance. Dr. Isabella Wentz joins us to review her new book, “Adrenal Transformational Protocol” where she outlines a 4-week process to rebalance hormones, get better sleep, and regain your energy. Women are naturally in tune with their environment. Subconsciously you’re assessing threats, opportunities, and safety which dictate your body's survival strategy. When you are under chronic stress, your body retreats into survival mode. Dr. Wentz teaches you to recognize the danger signals in your life and shows you how to create a sense of safety instead. 

In 2009, Dr. Wentz has diagnosed with Hoshimoto’s disease, and at the time hormonal therapy was not an option. She experimented with her lifestyle choices and formulated an easy path to feeling whole again. Every decision you make impacts your health, what you watch, what you eat, and even what you think. Dr. Wentz proves that by managing your stress and your habits, it is possible to bounce back and thrive.

Hormonal imbalances can manifest as mood swings, anxiety, unrefreshed sleep, and severe adrenal fatigue. Dr. Wentz gives you the tools to manage your stress and find joy in your daily life again. Regardless of your diagnosis, her protocol is helping thousands of women feel whole again. Join us as we dissect the root causes of adrenal fatigue and discover simple solutions to reclaiming your joy!

Takeaways: 

[3:00] How Dr.Wentz Became the Thyroid Pharmacist

[4:45] The Thyroid and Adrenal connection 

[7:00] Testing for adrenal dysfunction 

[9:00] The Goldilocks level of cortisol 

[12:00] Diagnosing adrenal fatigue 

[14:30] Adrenal four-week protocol 

[17:00] Getting off the blood sugar rollercoaster 

[19:20] The healing benefits of joyful activities 

[21:40] Why women affected at higher rates

[23:00] Combating toxins in your environment

Mentioned in This Episode: 

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"Sometimes for some people, just the blood sugar swings can really stress their adrenals, and can put them in that survival mode, so just doing that nutritional safety signal can shift a lot of symptoms.” [17:28] -Dr. Isabella Wentz

“It has healing benefits when you experience pleasure and you experience joy and oxytocin. All of these beautiful hormones they flood our system into more of a healing and thriving state.”  [19:40] -Dr. Isabella Wentz

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Today on The Woman’s Doctor we discuss how an unhealthy gut leads to chronic illness and what you can do to heal your microbiome. Dr. Darin Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution and has treated thousands of patients with practical and cost effective therapies that you can implement today. Whether you are facing lyme disease, autoimmune symptoms or even brain fog, all can be healed by healing the gut first. 

The microbiome thrives on leafy vegetables and fermented foods, just some of the first things you can add to your diet to improve the diversity in your gut. If you want individualized recommendations, Dr. Ingles describes how labs can now determine the diversity and balance of your specific microbiome! Understanding your internal terrain can help you determine exactly what you need to be adding or removing from your diet.

Unfortunately, we live in a toxic environment and the average person is exposed to thousands of dangerous chemicals with only a fraction of them ever being tested for long term exposure. The more you can reduce the use of toxic cosmetics, eat organic food and be intentional with your diet, it is possible to heal and attain hormonal harmony!

Key Takeaways:

[3:10] What women need to know about how to address your health issue

[4:20] Your gut function plays a critical role in your neurological function

[5:00] The accumulative effect of the environmental toxins

[5:50] How chronic infections can act as endocrine disruptors 

[8:20] The microbiomes role in the development of chronic illness

[10:10] Vegetables and fermented foods are the best foods to rebalance your gut

[12:00] Lab testing to assess the diversity and balance of your gut

[13:00] Visit a functional medicine or naturopathic doctor to identify the underlying illness 

[14:00] How to avoid toxins in your environment, cosmetics and food

[15:10] Shaping your genetic disposition with epigenetics 

[17:10] Achieving hormonal harmony after lyme disease, underactive thyroid and stress

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Twitter:

“We’ve got this really tight connection between our gut and our brain and we used to think that all these neurological issues, or mood issues were really just a problem with brain chemistry and we’ve learned so much now that that is actually such a small part of it.” [4:19] -Dr.Ingels

“Why is it that you could put 100 people in a room, expose them to the same virus; some people get sick, some people get no symptoms at all, and everything between. The difference is the terrain.” [7:23] -Dr.Ingels

“We’ve now found that the gut is involved in pretty much every chronic illness from heart disease to diabetes to chronic immune dysfunction; so, it’s really about, how do we get the gut back into a healthy state.”  [9:03] -Dr. Ingels

“How many people do we know that have never been on antibiotics and never had this outside influence or medication and eat natural, healthy, organic foods? I think in western culture that’s such a small population that we don’t even know what a normal microbiome is anymore.” [11:30] -Dr. Ingels

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Every day, the average American is exposed to 80,000 chemicals in their food and water. It is impossible to reduce your toxin burden to zero but today on The Woman’s Doctor, best selling author of Hormone Intelligence, Dr. Aviva Romm joins us to share simple ways that you can lessen your exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals in your home. Dr. Romm is a midwife, a Yale trained MD and a board certified family physician that is helping patients balance their hormones and establish healthy habits to reduce the risk of developing diseases.

It can be overwhelming as you begin your hormonal healing journey but you don’t need to uproot your life to reduce your toxin burden. Simple changes in your home can have a big impact on your hormonal health. Instead of spending money on costly testing, take the time to detox your cosmetics, cleaning supplies and kitchen. Studies show that eliminating the use of plastic in your home reduces the levels of phthalates in your blood in just a few weeks.

Support your body’s natural ability to detoxify by regulating your sleep, hydrating and when possible eat organic. Looking at the big picture and understanding your own role in hormonal disruption will help you regain your body's natural rhythm. Give yourself permission to take a break and be kind to your body, because stress is just as harmful as any other outside chemical.  

Key Takeaways:

[5:20] The rates of hormonal issues and autoimmune diseases are escalating in women

[10:50] Uncontrolled blood sugar levels is a huge endocrine disrupter for women

[11:35] The average American has 20 rounds of antibiotics by the time they are 18

[19:30] Cleaning out the products in your home will drastically reduce your toxic burden

[21:28] Phthalate levels in the blood decrease in weeks if you stop using plastic products 

[22:15] Even organic household cleaners with scents have hormone disrupting chemicals

[22:30] Regular bowel movements helps the body eliminate excess estrogen in the body

[23:50] Alcohol is a known endocrine disrupter and should be limited to 1-3 drinks per week

[29:40] You need 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day with 30 varieties per week

[32:00] If your circadian rhythm is disrupted the detoxification processes fall out of alignment 

[32:35] Hydration is essential for cellular health, detoxification and brain health 

Mentioned in This Episode:

Hormone Intelligence

Avivaromm.com

Twitter:

“The way that the world is set up isn’t really harmonious for us to get adequate sleep or to take a day off, if we are a little premenstrual and we need to nourish ourselves.” [8:25]

“Reframe our approach to our inner conversation, so that when we are taking down time we’re not still checking our phone for 50 messages and say; ok, i deserve an hour break right now and really take that.”  [10:20]

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Today on The Woman’s Doctor, Kimberly Seals Allers joins us to discuss the unfortunate state of maternal care in America. Kimberly is an award winning journalist and advocate for breastfeeding and infant health. Giving birth opened her eyes to the harsh reality that women face in modern hospitals, even in a developed nation. 

Most medical institutions are informed by and dominated by men, which has left a detrimental gap in the education available to most women, especially women of color. The average woman does not have a grasp of the female anatomy or the importance of hormonal health. A  staggering amount of women are encouraged to simply remove their ovaries before ever exploring diet and hormonal balance as a natural solution. 

Information is the key to restructuring what is acceptable care in America. For generations, women have been told that women's health is a private matter, but that sentiment is keeping women in the dark about their own bodies. America has the highest mortality rates of women in labor than any other developed nation. Kimberly hopes that by starting the conversation and encouraging open dialogue we can move towards more holistic and equitable care for women.

Key Takeaways:

[3:26] The disparity in birth outcomes between birth outcomes between minority women 

[5:00] Women are often the most misinformed about their own bodies

[6:00] The hormone mystery: how hormonal imbalances and poor diet lead to fibroids 

[7:20] How lack of education has led many black women to have unnecessary hysterectomies 

[8:10] Science has detached us from our body parts deeming whole organs as removable

[10:45] There is more research on erectile dysfunction than on breastfeeding 

[12:10] Mothers die in America at higher rates than any other developed nation

[13:00] Rates of postpartum depression in this country are skyrocketing 

[14:00] The field of gynecology began with the forceful experimentation on enslaved women 

[15:55] Reclaiming the cultural tradition of food as medicine 

[17:25] Creating an open culture that encourages women to openly discuss hormonal health

[18:15] Lies that the medical community has historically perpetuated about black women

[19:00] National rates of mortality during childbirth are generally higher in the black community

[21:00] There is an element of racism within the medical care system

Mentioned in This Episode:

KimberlySealsAllers.com

The Big Letdown

The Mocha Manual to a Fabulous Pregnancy

Momnibus Bill of 2021

Twitter:

“So many of the black women that I reached out to, no longer had their wombs!” [7:27]

“As a woman, knowing that we have a mostly male medical system that treats women’s body parts as dispensable was deeply troubling.”   [8:40]

“Why are we still here? That is the question and I think what actually concerns me more than why are we still here is why aren’t we more upset about where we are at, as women?”  [11:20]

“When we look at this pattern, we can’t ignore that there is an element of racism where providers treat people differently. The fact that there is a disparity means they’re getting it right for somebody, just not for everybody.”  [21:00]

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Today on The Woman's Doctor, we dispel common myths around women’s health with Dr.Susanne Bennett. She is an authority on hormonal and gut health with over 30 years of experience as a natural medicine doctor. Dr. Bennett holds specialties in clinical nutrition, environmental medicine, allergies, aging and gut health. She brings a fresh perspective on women's health that inspires hope for a healthy and happy life even into your menopausal years.

Society convinces women that life stops at menopause, treating it like a disease to be avoided and ashamed of. The reality is that menopause is nothing more than the end of your menstrual cycle. By committing to a healthy lifestyle and a diet that feeds healthy mitochondria, you can eliminate anxiety and expect to thrive in the later years of your life. 

Hormonal imbalance is just one contributing factor to anxiety and irritability in women. Unhealthy diet and sleep habits influence your ability to deal with stress and lead to uncontrollable anger and chronic illness.Sometimes anxiety can simply be the result of a food allergy. If you truly want to improve the quality of your life, you need to get  to the root cause of your hormonal and gut imbalance.In this episode, Dr. Bennett teaches you everything you need to avoid and habits to adopt to support a healthy mind and body.

Takeaways:

[3:48] When the ovaries are unable to ovulate, Menopause begins as the menstrual cycle ends

[4:44] Menopause is not a disease it is a natural phase in a woman’s life

[6:40] Your pituitary gland dictates the function of your thyroid, adrenals and female organs 

[7:45] Aldosterone produced by your adrenals, controls your water metabolism in your body

[10:58] Unhealthy mitochondria speeds the aging process and contributes to chronic illness

[12:00] The luteal phase affects women’s mood often causing sleeplessness and irritability 

[12:49] Women with low levels of the calming hormone progesterone have trouble sleeping

[15:00] Gluten and dairy contain compounds that are considered opiates to the brain

[18:30] Fat is our number one source for energy and is essential to mitochondria health

Mentioned in This Episode:

DrSusanne.com

Book: Mighty Mito

Wellness For Life Radio

Twitter:

“Your mitochondria has everything to do with the aging process, everything to do with every disease, chronic illnesses  that we deal with from diabetes to heart disease.”[11:10]

“You can get anxiety just from a food allergy!” [16:10]

“Mycotoxins, mold toxins! You’re exposed to mold in your environment. You breathe it in and boom! It goes right up through your nose into your brain, that will clearly cause anxiety!”  [16:36]

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Today on the Woman’s Doctor, I wanted to share just how impactful, sobriety has been on my physical and mental well being. Dry January is a great exercise to test out an alcohol free lifestyle so that you can check in and understand exactly what role alcohol is playing in your life. Even light social drinking can have dramatic effects on your daily life that you may not be conscious of.

In this episode, I will first be reviewing some of the negative side effects that are commonly associated with any alcohol consumption. Everyone knows the awful feeling of a hangover but we never talk about exactly why alcohol has such a dramatic effect on our basic functions.  Alcohol is a diuretic which is why hydration is the first thing to go. Once our bodies process alcohol, it produces the toxin acetaldehyde, which damages your DNA and prevents it from repairing. In the gut, alcohol literally kills off the healthy bacteria, so even one drink can upset the balance of your microbiome. These are just a few things that we accept as normal sacrifices for the enjoyment of alcohol. 

My experience with sobriety has brought me a feeling of peace that I was hoping alcohol would provide for me. You don’t have to be an alcoholic to feel the burden of it  on your body. When your body suffers, so does your mind. Once you give up alcohol, even for a short  while; you will notice your sleep improves, your blood sugar improves, your mood stabilizers and you make better decisions. With Dry January, you can challenge yourself to be social again, without relying on inebriation and you may find you actually enjoy life better without it.

Takeaways:

[3:50] Dry January is an opportunity to evaluate the role alcohol has in your life

[4:18] Alcohol acts like a diuretic and pulls water from the body causing severe dehydration 

[5:00] Although a night cap may help you fall asleep it is actually inhibiting rem sleep

[6:40] Acetaldehyde is a toxin that your body creates from processing alcohol

[11:18] Blood sugar tends to be more balanced when you are sober

[12:20] Red wine increases inflammation and is triggering to those with rosacea

[13:00] When you stop drinking alcohol, you tend to make better choices for your diet

[13:48] Night sweats and hot flashes decrease or disappear altogether when you stop drinking 

[16:00] You can actually address your emotions once you stop numbing with alcohol

[17:18] Finding creative ways to get social that don’t rely on drinking 

[18:40] Balancing your blood sugar helps maintain your mood which limits alcohol cravings

[19:15] Finding healthier substitutions with tasty holiday mocktails 

Mentioned in This Episode:

Holiday Mocktails 

Twitter:

“You can have more energy! That’s not just because of getting a better nights sleep, higher quality sleep, it’s also because your blood sugar is gonna be more balanced and also you’re brain is gonna be working better.” [11:18]

“Eczema, acne and a lot of these inflammatory skin conditions are worsened by alcohol.” [12:40”]

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Today on the Woman's Doctor, I discuss the detrimental effect stress has on our hormones and equip you with simple tools to mitigate stress’ effect on your physical and emotional health. Stress cannot be eliminated, at times, stress is even necessary but constant unmanaged stress leads to dangerous cortisol imbalances that can affect your mood, cravings, sleep and mindset.

While cortisol is dangerous in excess, it is a crucial hormone that your body needs, especially in the morning. Simply exercising in the morning sun can improve your cortisol levels allowing you to manage stress better, sleep better and improve adrenal function. Taking inventory of your daily habits around food, exercise and sleep is a crucial step to rebalancing your hormones. 

The mind also heavily influences  your hormone production. Negative self talk and unresolved trauma can inhibit your body’s natural symbiosis. Without effectively addressing these traumas you become less of your authentic self and your mental and physical health will inevitably suffer. Embracing the essential you by reparenting yourself, journaling and allowing laughter back into your life is sometimes all your body needs to repair itself.

Takeaways:

[3:20] Unmanaged and ongoing stress creates hormonal imbalance and high cortisol 

[4:40] DHEA hormone converts to estrogen and Testosterone and is essential  after menopause

[6:00] Increased cortisol can exasperate  inflammatory skin disorders like acne and eczema 

[10:00] Negative self talk impairs your ability to handle normal stress that comes with living

[11:40] Adult children of alcoholics and how to reparent yourself in a loving way

[14:40] Unresolved traumas will continue to resurface if you never address them

[16:40] The difficulties and stress of life takes you away from your authentic self

[17:35] Excess sugar intake interferes with adrenal function and cortisol production

[19:00] Exercise and sunlight, early in the morning helps balance your cortisol levels

[20:25] Journaling and free form writing helps you to release negative mindsets 

[24:00] Immersing yourself in nature reduces cortisol, blood pressure and improves your mood

[25:00] laughter boosts your dopamine levels and decreases pain

[26:00] Incorporating a spiritual practice to connect to your higher purpose alleviates suffering

Mentioned in This Episode:

Natural Beauty Reset

Clean Skin from WIthin

Twitter:

“Ideally we want our cortisol levels to go up in the morning and low at night but if our cortisol levels are still high at night, then we have a hard time easing into sleep.” [6:25]

“Ultimately when we calm that inner critic and we have that loving parent, it actually impacts our neurotransmitters, our hormones,our cortisol levels…” [14:29]

“What are the things that are part of our true essence,our true nature that we want to return to because a lot of what we’re exposed to in our lifetime, takes us away from our true nature.” [16:40]

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Today, on the Woman’s Doctor Podcast, I am sharing my own experience balancing my hormones in hopes of inspiring you along your own journey. Hormonal imbalances tend to make women more emotional but those emotions are a window into deeper issues you may be avoiding. I believe there is an opportunity, in these moments, to break the cycle of escapism. 

After noticing my own avoidant habits, I decided to face my emotional distress with stillness and silence. Instead of reaching for a drink, a distraction or even going shopping when you’re feeling emotional discomfort, sitting with those emotions allows you to build awareness of the deeper issue. Our body and mind are interconnected and building awareness of your emotional state can be the first step on your journey to balancing your hormones. You will be amazed at how fully you can show up in your life once you’ve addressed your childhood trauma. After practicing this technique, I have transitioned into the most joyful chapter of my life and I hope today’s story inspires you to do the same!

Takeaways:

[3:00] Fluctuations in your mood is an opportunity to resolve deeper emotional issues

[5:20] Deciding to sit with the uncomfortable emotions that come up during troublesome times

[8:00] Understanding what habits are formed around escapism and exploring your motivations

[9:00] Tools to help break through the cycle and building awareness

[10:00] Trauma work promotes healing which enables you to show up fully for your life now

[11:20] The first step is awareness and then walking a different path

[12:00] Bring light into your life, you are not alone on this journey!

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Twitter:

“There was so much angst in me and fear and emotions that were bubbling up and I just decided to sit with it and I actually was so terrified, in a way, I thought I would die. Not from the physical issues with covid but I was so afraid.”   [6:27]

“If I hadn’t done that work I wouldn’t have been able to show up, so fully, for the things that are happening in my life.” [10:20]

“What might you be running from? Are you running? Are you numbing? Are you fully living your life fully awake or are there things in your life that you haven’t addressed?” [11:00]

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Today on the Women’s Doctor, Kathy Smith joins us to discuss how to boost vitality in your later years. Kathy has been a fitness icon since the 1980’s and continues to inspire women to strive for progress not perfection. In this episode, she brings you the best strategies to stay consistent in your new year's resolutions. She believes that consistency in the process will always supersede the results.

Resolutions often fail because we are taught to rework our entire life around a singular goal. Incremental changes centered around fun, community and feeling great will not only be easier to stay consistent in but will also naturally create a healthier body. Instead of focusing on the physical look, seek out activity that energizes you! 

As we age, human growth hormones begin to decline, unfortunately reducing muscle mass in the body. For women entering into perimenopause, weight training becomes increasingly integral to the vitality of your body. Your body is the vessel that will enable you to do what you love until the end of your life. Simple daily changes are the key to unlocking stamina, joy and reversing the effects of a sedentary lifestyle. Make 2023 the best year of your life! Start small and find movement that makes you feel amazing!

Takeaways:

[4:00] Reframe your new year's resolution by detaching from the results and embracing process

[7:00] By focusing on one change at a time, you can stick to your resolutions longer

[9:30] The health and habits of your immediate community heavily dictates your own health 

[13:30] Your morning habits, especially in winter, will help you conquer the rest of the day!

[18:00] Being consistent in your resolution, even if you only have 7 minutes to work out that day

[19:00] Focusing on habits that make your body feel great, you will naturally become healthier 

[21:00] Your body needs care because it is the vessel that will take you through your whole life

[25:30] Fasting is a great way to break bad habits but you need to build back better habits after

[28:00] As you age, exercise impacts your human growth hormones which affects your muscles

[29:50] High intensity weight lifting affects your hormonal profile and promotes vitality

[31:20] Dead Butt Syndrome is caused by a sedentary lifestyle shortening the hip flexors

[35:30] Give yourself a 10 minute snack of exercise throughout the day is so powerful

[39:00] Finding an exercise routine that matches an animal that you energetically relate to 

Mentioned in This Episode:

https://www.kathysmith.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kathysmithfitness/

https://www.facebook.com/therealkathysmith

Twitter:

“It’s just a reminder that you’re not skipping days! This is your life. You’re doing this for yourself. You’re doing this because 2023 is going to be the best year!”  [18:12]

“The reason why you lift, not just a 3 pound weight, but a heavier weight, maybe twice a week is because of what it does on the cellular level to your mitochondria.” [29:50]

“How do we get the shoulders back above the hips and how do we get our butt engaged and that's all called the posterior chain.” [34:20]

“If you do have to sit, at least once an hour stand up and do a 2-3 minute power push where you do some squats, squat pop ups and knees up.”

“Doing an exercise thing in the morning and then sitting for the rest of the day basically negates most of  the benefits of that workout.” [35:55]

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Dr. David Perlmutter is a board certified neurologist and is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition.  After publishing 6 New York Times Best selling books, his most recent publication, Drop Acid, addresses the leading cause of death on our planet, metabolic diseases. Chronic metabolic conditions are on the rise and in today’s episode he shares some simple lifestyle changes you can make today that will improve your health dramatically. 

Your  health is, in many ways, dictated by the interdependent relationship between your body and the resident bacteria living in your gut and your lifestyle may be disrupting that balance. Inflammation is the first sign of a major health crisis that can manifest as depression and ultimately leads to neurological decline. Dr. Perlmetter discusses promising research, indicating that inflammation can be managed by improving healthy gut bacteria with the daily consumption of specific probiotics.  Everyday we are uncovering just how vital these bacteria are to our overall health. 

The food you eat determines the health of your gut and subsequently your body and brain. Simply maintaining a low blood sugar, eating organic, staying active and getting enough sleep can dramatically reduce your risk of developing these metabolic diseases. We are no longer dealing with genetic predisposition because what you do everyday and what you eat has a greater influence on your hormones and will determine your health later in life. 

Takeaways:

[3:20] Inflammation is the most common  underlying mechanism causing neurological decline

[6:50] The production of some neurotransmitters rely on the vitality of certain gut bacteria

[7:40] Context has to do with the balance of neurotransmitters and the metabolisms of them

[9:30] Inflammation contribute to the development of depression especially in women

[11:20] Poor maintenance  of the gut lining by the bacteria leads to leaky gut and inflammation 

[15:30] Higher blood sugar comprises how hormones work by limiting their ability to be free

[17:20] Persistent elevated blood sugar can leads to insulin resistance and cognitive decline

[20:00] Insulin is a hormone that  enables neurotransmitters to recover from trauma quickly

[24:00] Non celiac gluten sensitivity is affecting 40-60% of the population

[26:30] Research shows that gluten sensitive patient’s brains can mimic symptoms of MS

[27:50] Replacing  gluten with non-gluten grains like rice and corn are a healthier alternative

[29:18] Glyphosate is dangerous because it affects the shikimate pathways of our gut bacteria

[32:25] Ibuprofen and antibiotics significantly affects the health of our healthy gut bacteria

Mentioned in This Episode:

Website: https://www.drperlmutter.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DavidPerlmutterMD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidperlmutter/

Twitter:

“Depression is not a state of serotonin deficiency and therefore that speaks to the efficacy, for example, of the SSRI drugs.” [7:45]

“Those conditions of increased inflammation and hyperactivity of the immune system which are more characteristic of women might well explain the higher incidences of mood disorders in women.”  [10:10]

“ The level of the free testosterone is highly influenced ultimately by blood sugar and therefore is diet related.” [16:17]

“When we elevate our blood sugar persistently we develop,  ultimately, something called insulin resistance.” [19:33]

“There is no upside to eating gluten so why not  consider restricting it because you might just be rewarded with better health.”  [27:13]

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Today, Dr. AnnAlisa Behling shares her own story of conquering infertility and balancing her hormones. After introducing dimethylglycine supplements into her diet  she actually accomplished the improbable and conceived in her 40’s. Seeing such a dramatic shift in her own health inspired her to help women also suffering from hormonal imbalance. As a naturopathic doctor, she is helping women create balance in their mind, body and spirit to find peace and beauty within.  Even if your hormones are perfectly balanced, your gut, how you feel and your beliefs all must coalesce for optimal health. 

Many women today are struggling to be outspoken about mental and bodily discomfort which leads to prolonged suffering. Most women come to Dr. Behling as a final act of desperation because women are taught that discomfort, pms, infertility, acne and a long list of ailments are a normal part of female life. The more we can speak openly and honestly about the true nature of female health we are uncovering the beauty of the female experience.

In this episode, Dr. Behling teaches women how to get in touch with their own intuition. Our cycles are a beautiful superpower that is full of untapped potential. There is no such thing as a normal cycle, so she is teaching women to recognize the beauty of their own daily, weekly or even seasonal hormonal changes. 

Takeaways:

[3:30] How dimethylglycine can help balance hormonal and improve fertility

[5:45] Methylation helps you detoxify the body and is vital to hormone production

[7:00] A normal menstrual cycles are subjective and vary from woman to woman

[10:45] Harmonious gut flora is just as vital for health as balanced hormones

[13:00] Endocrine disruptors and Environmental impact on hormonal health

[16:40] Finding the equal balance of your mind, body and spirit 

[18:00] Maximizing your lifestyle to feel comfortable and beautiful in your body

[20:30] Berries are a great source of nutritious antioxidants for your skin

[22:00] You need to embrace and define your own beauty 

[25:00] Tapping into your intuition during your cycle to understand your energetic ebbs and flows

[27:30] Track and understand how your hormones change seasonally

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“Many women are not diagnosed at all, not even just misdiagnosed but really good testing is hard to find.”  [9:32]

“People don’t understand how the gut has a lot to do with fatigue just because of how those little microorganisms are helping you to create hormones and neurotransmitters.”  [12:30]

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Dr. Jill Crista is a naturopathic doctor, with her practice and educational courses, she has helped thousands of people heal from mold exposure. Like us, mold also exists in a delicate ecosystem; in its natural environment mold acts as nature's composter but when outdoor species migrate inside your home, it begins composting you. Mold exposure is difficult to identify because the mold releases mycotoxins that enter your bloodstream giving it access to every system in your body. Skin irritation is usually the first sign but the mycotoxins and off-gasses can affect your hearing, bladder, thyroid and gut. 

Being vigilant in your home and work space is vital to your health. Mold thrives in your bathrooms, roofing, fridge filters and just about anything that is exposed to water. Of course the best option is to avoid exposure but if you have or are currently exposed, Dr. Crista shares foods and supplements that can help detox your system. 

Without proper detox protocols,  mold begins attacking your liver which subsequently disrupts hormone regulation. In addition, certain toxins target the ovaries and testicles leading to infertility. The dangerous side effects are real and there is no way to know how your body will react when you come into contact with these toxins so be sure to give your body the support it needs.

Takeaways:

[4:30] When mold from outside comes inside, it no longer has the natural elements to balance it

[8:10] Mold releases a toxin that doesn’t need a carrier protein to enter the body

[10:30] Ear ringing, bladder sensitivity and gut disruption are common indicators of mold toxicity

[12:40] Skin reactions such as, acne, inflammation and irritation are often the first signs

[14:45] Both off-gasses and mycotoxins tax the liver which disrupts hormone production

[16:30] Bioflavonoids help detox mycotoxins that can’t be processed by the kidneys

[19:30] Insoluble fiber effectively binds bile keeping toxins from cycling back to the liver

[22:00] We smell through physical contact,so if you can smell the mold it is already in your body

[24:00] Common causes of mold: leaks, unventilated bathrooms and fridge water filters 

[26:20] Black mold exposure can potentially mimics hypothyroidism 

[28:00] Many mold toxins can damage both ovaries and testicles causing infertility

[31:40] Probiotics can reset the microbiome after a toxic mold exposure

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“Mold produces spores but as those spores as they’re living off gas they’re metabolic off-gassing which includes alcohol so you can be breathing moldy air and get drunk.” [7:20]

“If you have a liver that’s gummed up and kind of behind on it’s job, it will prioritize protecting you from toxins over balancing hormones.” [14:58]

“There are a lot of mycotoxins that impede testosterone formation.” [28:15]

“It will change your flora, it changes your microbiome and your sinuses, your respiratory passages and your gut to allow it to survive. It wants to come in and compost you.” [30:20]

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Rachael Pontillo is a functional nutrition practitioner and a licensed aesthetician, herbalist and skincare formulator. She teaches women how to make their own products without synthetic ingredients that do more harm than good. Anti-aging is hijacking young women’s lives as they strive for an unattainable beauty standard that cannot be bought. Rachael teaches you how to age gracefully by doing less and allowing your skin to go through its natural cycles. 

When buying any product it is important to identify harmful ingredients masquerading as Vitamins because they just do not offer the same nutrients as a natural source would. Many of these synthetic compounds have not been around long enough to even know what the long term effects are. 

Rachael teaches you what to look for and what to avoid. Ultimately though, she encourages you to ask yourself, why do you need any product at all? If you are spending money, time and energy using products that are harmful and really cannot stop the aging product, what is the purpose? By focusing on a healthy lifestyle, instead of relying on products,  you can boost your skin's natural ability to heal itself without expensive or harmful intervention and age gracefully.

Takeaways:

[4:30] Anti-aging is an unattainable marketing message and it’s harmful to younger woman

[6:45] In-Vitro research does not necessarily translate to regular usage of a product on humans

[8:30] Your skin takes in nutrients from the food you eat not the products you put on it

[11:00] Products using ascorbic acid will oxidize on the skin’s surface and won’t be absorbed 

[13:00] If a vitamin was synthesized in a lab it is misleading to market them as natural

[16:30] Rose hip. citrus and berry extracts are a great resource for natural Vitamins for skin

[18:20] Retinols are actually very irritating and are banned by many ingredient safety sites

[22:00] Natural products have shorter shelf lives because they avoid preservatives

[23:15] Beauty is NOT pain! You should never need a day off from your products if they are safe

[27:00] Exfoliating your face can cause damage and should not be done more than twice month

[29:30] Dry brushing is a great way to exfoliate your body

[34:00] Since the weather affects your skin your skincare routine may change with every season

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“They have been preserved so strongly, so that by the time you get them, sometimes 3 to 5 years after they were manufactured, that’s not great. There is nothing fresh about it. There is nothing about it that is going to get into the skin and your skin is going to be like, “Oh this is what I need!”, because the skin doesn't take in nutrients like that, it takes in nutrients from  the food you eat.” [8:30]

“Our skin’s barrier is primarily a lipid matrix, it’s meant to keep things out. So anything that is water soluble is going to have a harder time getting in on its own.”  [10:57]

“Is this skin care as in nutrients or is this a lab experiment going on on our faces? Where these ingredients have been synthesized and they haven’t really been around long enough to really know what is the long term effect of this.”  [12:30]

“When we force exfoliation, what it does is it exposes cells, that are not fully developed yet, to the elements.”  [18:40]

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Dr. Meg Mill is an online functional medicine practitioner focused on helping women suffering from chronic migraines. Over 50% of the population experience consistent headaches and because they have become so common headaches often go untreated. Since headaches are just a symptom, Dr. Mill teaches her patients to document their eating, sleeping,environmental factors, drinking and headaches to pin down what the root cause is. You may be surprised to find that many healthy foods in your diet can be triggering migraines. 

We discuss how building a solid foundation of proper sleep and cellular hydration can determine if your headaches are caused by deeper issues. Through a thorough patient intake and documenting daily habits, Dr. Mill has helped patients suffering from toxic exposure, allergic reactions, estrogen dominance and a myriad of other factors that all lead to the same side effect, headaches. In this episode she teaches you how to break out of the chain of pain and enter into a new calm phase of rest and digest.

Takeaways:

[4:00] An overwhelming amount of female patients were suffering from migraines

[6:50] Pharmaceuticals typically mitigate suffering without treating the cause of it 

[7:50] Over the counter drugs carry their own consequences and should be taken with caution

[9:30] Headaches are usually a sign of an imbalanced system that needs to be repaired

[10:00] Healthy foods that Histamine and Tyramine can be triggering headaches

[11:30] You need to find which specific foods are triggers to you

[12:30] Often the foods/ drinks that trigger negative effect contain chemicals and preservatives 

[15:30] Relieving stress and bringing your body back to rest and digestion 

[18:00] Addressing endocrine disruptors: Recognizing patterns of hormonal migraine

[21:30] Estrogen should not stay in your system, it should be turned into metabolites by the liver

[24:20] Lack of sleep is key point of your daily health that can trigger headaches

[26:30] Toxin exposure can affect you years from when the initial exposure happened

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“We know there are certain foods that can statistically be higher triggers for headaches, so we're gonna look at things like histamine containing foods and tyramine.”   [10:00] -Dr. Mill

“Even caffeine, which people use to treat headaches, you get rebound headaches for caffeine.”  [11:30] -Dr.Mill

“There are a lot of preservatives that go into wine and not just preservatives but chemicals. Various chemicals are used in wine to make it taste buttery or oaky…” [12:30] -Dr Cates  

“We process our hormones in the liver, we have detoxification of hormones and we process our estrogen in the liver and the gut actually, so there’s a role in the gut.”  [21:37] -Dr. Mill

“Make sure you're getting hydrated at a cellular level. So I like to tell people to make sure that you’re sipping water throughout the day rather than just chugging it all at once.” [23:58] -Dr. Mill

“You could have had lead exposure as a child  that was stored in the bones, that's now, as  your bones are changing you’re actually getting some of those toxins released.” [26:10] -Dr.Mill

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Dr. Donese Worden is a Naturopathic doctor and a global health educator. She helps senior women regain sexual vigor and reminds you that menopause is nothing to dread. In fact, she explains that women should be happy, healthy and sexually active until the end of their life. Culturally, we have lost respect for women who are past their fertile years, but sex is so much more than procreation. It provides intimacy and vitality, which is so important for senior women. Dr. Worden shares simple ways you can mitigate the symptoms of menopause so you can enjoy your 3rd chapter to its fullest!

Takeaways:

[3:23] In ancient traditions menopause was celebrated; it marked women as wisdom keepers.

[3:50] A woman’s brain makes decisions considering every outcome and consequence 

[4:30] Hormones are powerful messengers that ensure we are physically, emotionally and mentally well

[4:40] Environmental factors and stress can block our hormones from performing optimally 

[5:40] In modern times, we have lost respect for elderly women,  we view menopause as ovarian failure 

[6:40] Men and Women’s brains have evolved to serve different functions within the tribe

[7:40] Healthy living will mitigate menopausal symptoms

[8:20] Hormonal changes have a correlation to brain chemistry 

[9:20] Diet, lifestyle and stress management have a huge impact on your hormonal balance

[10:18] Vaginal dryness is rarely discussed during a check up

[11:16] If you become sexually inactive in your senior years it can begin to close

[12:10] Hormones dropping is often the cause of vaginal dryness in senior women

[13:00] Intimacy is an important to keeping a high quality of life

[14:15] Mindset and attention is a very important aspect of hormonal health

[15:10] Seniors often are more sexually active than younger people because they are stress free

[17:30] If you want to be more resilient you must find balance between joy, health and stress

[18:00] Women are more susceptible than men to heart disease as they age

[19:05] The Transylvania effect is proof that we are actually affected by the full moon (the cosmos)

[20:20] Menopause is relatively new phenemenon.

[21:10] By culturally delaying childbirth we are potentially ,overtime, delaying menopause in women

[21:50] Using music to shift an emotion is a great way to increase your superpowers

Twitter:

“We think of menopause as “men-oh-pause” and ovarian failure and that’s looking at it as something to dread, instead of something to be celebrated.” [5:50] 

“If you’re not keeping your body healthy, you’re not exercising, not eating well and keeping your stress where it should be, you will notice symptoms.” [7:40]

“Sexual pleasure is there for a reason, it’s not just for procreation!”  [12:00]

“Women should be happy and healthy and having sex all the way to the end of their life.”  [13:24]

“I have people 70 years old to 100 who are having more sex than the 30 and 40 year olds!” [15:10]

“During the full moon we have a harder time getting to sleep, we sleep a shorter amount of time and we don’t get as much deep sleep.” [19:45]

“We are connected to the moon, to the sun, to the planets and we’ve got to give the credence that we are energetic beings and we’re connected in many ways and all of those things affect our hormones.” [19:55]

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Today’s guest is Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS. She is a Double Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse specialist and has performed over 20,000 procedures. In this episode, she shares how you can achieve radiant skin and avoid costly clinical intervention by simply doing the daily work at home. 

Rachel’s approach to biohacking is simple and progressive. You do not need to change your lifestyle overnight to achieve beautiful skin. With small incremental changes, such as reducing exposure to harmful light, toxins and electromagnetics, and increasing your intake of  anti-inflammatory supplements you can easily achieve the radiant skin of your dreams. 

Takeaways: [4:30] Radiance is achieved when you are balanced, centered and aligned 

[5:10] Before you see outward results, it is helpful to focus on your body, mind and spirit

[6:00] Having a spiritual practice and integrating nature into your daily life promotes longevity 

[7:00] Using antioxidants, omegas and supplements to reduce inflammation may have a side effect of radiant skin, hair and nails

[7:15] Cleaning your air, water, lighting electromagnetics and your gut, you can slow aging

[9:20] Purifying your body your body will be able to perform optimally and avoid sickness 

[11:00] Getting tested to identify your dietary needs will have a huge impact on your health

[11:40] Eating the right foods will help stabilize your skin

[14:30] At home dermal rolling can plump the skin in one use

[16:00] At home gentle peels are a great addition to your weekly skin care routine

[18:50] Supporting your skin by reducing inflammation,taking antioxidants, and omegas can result in your skin being less photosensitive.

[20:20] Intentional full body sun exposure balanced with daily sun protection can be beneficial 

[21:30] Sometimes clinics are pushing new and trendy treatments instead of the simple and effective treatments with proven track records of success

[23:20] At home care can eliminate the need for in clinic interventions

[24:40] Counterfeit lasers are a real problem within clinics and can be dangerous to clients

[25:25] Good lasers are only as effective as the technician operating them

[27:50] Avoid phthalates,parabens,sulfates, artificial dyes and fragrances should be avoided

[28:15] Chemical filters in sunscreen can cause more harm than they help

[29:30] You should be using products that keep the key ingredients stable 

[33:15] You need to do your research on ingredients because ethics in labeling is rare

Mentioned in this Episode:

Twitter:

“The basic practices for biohacking for the skin and slowing aging are cleaning up your air, water,lighting , electromagnetics and… the gut.” [7:15]

“When your body is in a more pure state, body, mind, spirit and energy, all of your machinery will work better. You’ll get less sick.”  [9:27]

“When we’re on our computer, we might as well be right next to our router and that messes with the blood.” [12:20]

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Our understanding of trauma is evolving. Dr. Elena Villanueva uses both science and spirituality to treat chronic illness, mental  health conditions and neurodegenerative diseases that stem from traumatic events. Your mind is the master controller of your body, every emotion and thought signals your body to create either sickness or health. Today, Dr. Villanueva teaches you how by building awareness of the stories you tell yourself, you can rewire your body and eradicate sickness. Her unique evidence based approaches help retrain your thought patterns that are causing disruptions in your hormonal health and causing these chronic illnesses. Her insight gives hope to all those who have trained themselves into a negative reality because if your thoughts are powerful enough to cause sickness they must also have the power to restore balance and health as well. 

Takeaways:

[3:50] Trauma is not the event itself but the story we create around the event

[5:00] The stories we tell ourselves influence our neurochemistry 

[6:15] Every person on the planet has had some level of trauma in their life

[6:30] Unresolved trauma can prevent those suffering from chronic diseases from healing 

[7:20] Trauma can cause hormonal issues and even infertility in women

[8:40] Trauma is subjective and can be defined differently by each individual

[10:20] Lack of self love can spiral into serious mental and health issues 

[11:20] Anything that changes your own perception of reality can affect your bioresonance

[11:40] Your perception can distort the information to your body 

[13:10] Everyone experiences trauma but no one is taught emotional intelligence

[13:40] Your emotions create electrical impulses which then distort our bioenergetic field

[14:00] The story you create determines your reality

[15:40] When the information system is distorted it triggers sickness in the body

[16:20] Neuroplasticity is the ability for our brain to rewire itself

[17:00] If you can make yourself sick you can rewire yourself for health and vitality

[18:20] You must resonate with the thoughts in your head to repattern your mind

[20:00] Detaching emotions from the intrusive thoughts that imprinted during your trauma

[21:00] Once you believe in your heart and mind that you can heal, your body will heal

[24:00] Environmental toxins can be physical traumas on the body

[24:46] How you process a physical trauma can exacerbate the issue 

[27:00] Becoming conscious of your thoughts is the key to rewiring your biology 

[28:40] Emotions stress the body which then produces cortisol and creates hormonal imbalance

[29:30] Your belief system built around your trauma can, in many cases, cause severe acne

Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Trauma master class: https://masteringtraumamasterclass.com/

https://www.modernholistichealth.com/about-us/

Twitter:

“Trauma is the story that we create around the heightened emotional event.” [4:40]

“It can be something really, really small that changes your perception of how you view yourself and the world around you. It changes your bioresonance. It changes your master control system [11:20]

“The emotion that causes the electrical impulse, distort our bioenergetic field, creating changes in our neurochemistry.” [13:37]

“They can actually believe it and feel it in their heart and in their mind and that is when your physical body will actually start to heal.” [21:00]

“The emotions and the belief systems that go hand in hand with this trauma that you created, unknowingly, can really cause a lot of acne issues.”  [29:35]

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You may be unknowingly consuming dangerous chemicals in your everyday life. Unfortunately, our food, water and personal care products are the primary culprits, often containing high levels of endocrine disrupting compounds. Today, Dr. Marianne Marchese shares how you can minimize your exposure and reduce your risk of developing complications from hormonal imbalances caused by long term exposure from these common toxins. She teaches you how to use her natural approach to detoxing your body using sauna therapy, organic foods, filtered water and curating vitamins and minerals to meet your genetic needs.

WIth over 20 years experience as a naturopathic physician, she has seen a drastic change in the types of patients she sees. Until recently, side effects appeared  later in life, but with increased reliance on chemicals, pesticides, phthalates in just about everything we consume, Dr. Marchese has seen an alarming rise of hormonally driven diseases in young women and teenagers. She encourages parents to teach their children early in life to avoid toxic products and be aware of where their food is being grown. Ultimately, you cannot completely eradicate your exposure but by following Dr. Marchese’s simple guidelines, you can drastically alleviate the toxic burden on your body.

Takeaways:

[3:15]  Endocrine disrupting compounds are found in our food, environment and our products

[4:10] When hormonal issues arise you must determine what chemicals you’ve been exposed to.

[4:50] There is a rise in estrogen hormonally driven conditions in teenagers and young women

[6:26] Climate change affects your exposure to these chemicals, since the rising temperatures force

 Farmers to use more pesticides to combat microorganisms in the soil

[7:24] Using an hepa air filter to clean polluted air in your environment

[8:00] It is important to buy USDA organic foods to avoid chemical pesticides 

[8:18] Eating wild caught fish that are low in mercury

[8:35] Avoiding products with the three buzzwords: Parabens, Phthalates and Bisphenols 

[9:15] Removing these chemicals from the body by helping the liver metabolize them

[10:17] Priority one’s Cofactor support:  minerals and antioxidants that assist the liver create enzymes

 to break down endocrine disrupting compounds in your system

[11:10] Sauna therapy: Sweating is a great way to naturally release these toxins from the body

[12:10] The chemicals are often stored in our fat cells which the heat from a sauna breaks down 

[14:29] Drinking enough water everyday is necessary to properly flush out the toxins in your body

[15:30] Green tea and Turmeric contain antioxidants that increase glutathione which will help cleanse your body of dangerous toxins

[17:10] Eating tuna high in mercury on a regular basis can cause premature hair loss

[19:04] Because these chemicals can cross the blood brain barrier they can cause Neurological 

effects leading to headaches, brain fog and poor memory.

[20:20] Chemical exposure in children has been linked to attention deficit disorder

[22:10[ Pesticides can deplete the Glutathione antioxidants in the body

[23:20] Genetics predispose some women to be unable to break down chemical compounds

[25:00] Catering your vitamin and minerals to support your genetic predispositions

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“A lot of times, people overlook the impact that chemicals that they’re exposed to everyday can have

 playing a role in the development of these conditions.” [4:40]

“I’ve noticed an increase in the exposure to some of these endocrine disrupting compounds, it seems 

to be that our food has more toxins, more chemicals than they used to before.”[6:00]

“Long term, low dose exposure to chemicals can lead to early Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis and even Parkinson's disease  [19:28]

“All of those chemicals can play a role in our cognition, attention; attention deficit disorder in kids has been linked to these chemicals and it’s an area I believe should be payed more attention to.”[20:20]

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With over 30 years of experience in integrative medicine, psychiatry and addiction recovery, today’s guest, Dr. Hyla Cass, exposes the dangers of overmedicating in modern medicine.

Birth control affects women’s ability to regulate their mood because it completely subdues their natural hormone cycle. Our hormones act together as a symphony but removing even one hormone can destabilize basic functions of the body.

Sleep is usually the first victim of hormonal imbalances. Dr. Cass warns that most doctors are just too eager to prescribe sleeping medication before seeking a natural remedy. Sleep aids are meant to be temporary solutions but most patients are unaware of the addictive nature of these medications.

If you want to see real changes in your sleep, mood and overall health, listen as Dr. Cass outlines useful herbal remedies that are safer alternatives than addictive prescription.

Takeaways:

[3:12] Doctors are prescribing medication without asking more about the cause of women's depression

[3:47] Treating PMS with antidepressants has no effect on the hormonal imbalance causing symptoms

[4:30] Neurotransmitters and hormones are chemical messengers that interact with each other

[5:12] Neurotransmitters are the root of emotions

[5:50]The most common neurotransmitter deficiency is Serotonin and Gaba

[6:40] Determining neurotransmitter deficiencies through patient history and cravings

[7:35] Antidepressants change the chemistry of your brain and are difficult to wean off of

[8:25] Neurotransmitter precursors are the raw materials needed to make the neurotransmitters

[9:30] A nourishing diet is paramount in balancing your mood

[10:40] Birth control is eliminating women's hormones which is killing their ability to regulate their mood

[11:40] The synergy of all of our hormones is a beautiful symphony 

[13:15] Fight or Flight is a predominantly male trait while bond and protect is a more femenine trait 

[15:50] The natural way to deal with stress is to literally shake off the stress hormones

[17:30] Cheating sleep leads to stress on ourselves and our brains

[18:35] Sleep medications are wildly addictive and has ruined many lives.

[19:10] CBD enables our endocannabinoid system which helps us protect, relax and forget

[20:16] Melatonin is converted serotonin

[21:10] waking up with high cortisol in the night would indicate you require tryptophan 

Twitter:

“We can work with the hormones and we can work with nature. We are from nature and we have the best pharmacy within us. [4:05]

“If you don’t have enough gaba there is a tendency to be more anxious and it's also more of a physical anxiety.It’s muscle tension.”  [6:10]

“People who crave stimulants, anything from caffeine to cocaine,they’re going to be low in dopamine. People who are craving alcohol and tend to want tranquilizers, they’re low in Gaba.” [7:10]

“Our brain is 80% fat and we need to feed the brain, we need to make brain cells, so good fats from salmon and avocado and also that fish will provide protein.” [10:00]

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Inspired to become a dermatologist after dealing with her own skin blemishes; Dr. Keira Barr is now a dual board-certified dermatologist and menopause specialist. Her passion is empowering women with simple advice to build resilience and age gracefully. She recognizes how tempting it is to cover up your imperfections but inspires you to investigate their causes so they don’t develop into a lifelong struggle. 

Your skin is a reflection of your overall health so those blemishes are an SOS from your body! 

Dr. Keira Barr encourages you to be your own advocate when shopping for products because there are so many deceptive labels claiming to be healthy. While Dr. Barr advocates for a simple skin care routine, she shares what sunscreens are essential and what products to absolutely avoid. If you are seeking to limit your exposure to hormone disrupting chemicals this episode is going to be worth listening to. 

Takeaways:

[3:10] When your hormones are out of balance it can disrupt your cycle, skin and overall health.

[5:00] Most women use 12 products that have been shown to negatively affect hormonal health

[6:50] Products claiming to be natural can still often contain harmful ingredients

[7:10] Titanium dioxide and Zinc oxide are the only ingredients recognized as safe in sunscreen.

[8:00] The Skin Care and Supplement industry are not regulated as thoroughly as Food and Drugs

[10:00] Use the Environmental Working Group’s “Skin Deep” App to research products while you shop

[11:42] Your skin tells the story of your life

[13:20] You can look better in your 60’s than you did in your 20’s

[15:30] When you see a blemish arise it is a sign from your body to take action not cover up

[17:50] What you eat will directly affect your skin health: Tomato paste can reduce risk of melanoma 

[18:45] Sleep is so important because it is when your skin rejuvenates 

[20:00] Managing your stress hormones has a direct effect on your skin's ability to repair itself

[20:50] You should also wear sunscreen indoors because UVA rays can penetrate your glass windows

[22:30] Skin Cancer is the most prevalent cancer around the world

[23:30] You probably are not using enough sunscreen or reapplying it often enough

[24:10]  Tighter woven clothing, including work out and synthetic fabrics, are the best sun protection

[25:40] Stress suppresses our immune system

Twitter:

“Even products that are labeled as clean or natural doesn't always mean that they are safer for you.”  [6:52]

“90% of visible signs of aging come from UV exposure.” [7:00]

“You have to be your own advocate and know what it is that you’re putting on your skin because ,it is, the onus is on us, to take the best care of ourselves that we can and do our research.” [8:53]

“The fewer products the better! Keep it simple.” [10:40]

“When you buy a sunscreen you have to make sure it says broad spectrum coverage, so that you know that you’re getting coverage from UVA and UVB.”   [23:20]

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In today’s episode, Susan Peirce Thompson shares how her company, Bright Line Eating, can help you achieve sustainable weight loss. She explains how food addiction is neurologically identical to any other addiction. Society's narrative is that our low self esteem comes from obesity but Thomspan argues that it is just the opposite, that processed foods are literally hijacking our brains resulting in unhealthy eating habits that inevitably degrade our self worth. With her structured meal plans, it becomes simple and easy to overcome destructive cravings by cutting off processed sugars and flours to restore your body, mind and self confidence. 

Takeaways:

[4:00] What you eat today impacts what you will eat tomorrow

[6:10] acknowledging that processed food can be as addicting as any other drug

[8:50] Traits that contribute to food addiction: Impulsivity, Emotional Sensitivity and Obsessing 

[11:10] Intuitive eating approach does not work for individuals addicted to eating

[13:00] If addiction is in play abstinence is actually very helpful

[13:50] Refining and Processing: Sugar and Flour are linked to the most addictive foods 

[15:45] Leptin resistance is linked to insatiable hunger

[19:20] Dopamine receptors: A brain addicted to heroine is identical to a brain addicted to sugar 

[22:15] Creating a bright line and quitting addictive foods 

[24:30] Low self esteem is the consequence of food addiction not the cause

[26:00] Processed foods are hijacking our brains

[27:30] Age is not a factor: You can use the brightline eating method successfully in menopause 

Mentioned in Episode:

Twitter:

“You have to get your brain on board or it will fight you every step of the way.” [5:40]

“The more addictive your relationship with food is, the more you’re ganna be set free by a structured plan of eating.”  [11:35]

“When we extract the inner essence and refine it into this fine powder, we’ve created a drug and that’s what we’ve done with sugar and flour.” [13:55]

“The foods in our modern food environment have been hijacking your brains” [26:30]

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In today’s podcast, we speak with Katie Silcox M.A, the New York Times Best-Selling author of the book Healthy, Happy, Sexy - Ayurveda Wisdom for Modern Women. She explores Ayurvedic solutions for  women dealing with an array of issues from problematic skin to low sex drive, all of which can be healed through conscious habits. By understanding your body type through the Ayurvedic classifications of Vata, Pitta or Kapha it becomes clear what approach is necessary to heal each individual. We often look for quick solutions but Katie encourages us to have patience and start building a foundation of health through simple lifestyle changes that will have a dramatic influence on your overall well being. 

Takeaways:

[3:00] Ayurveda is life science and allows us to understand our natural patterns

[5:00] Skin is a byproduct of your digestive system

[6:38] The 3 Ayurvedic boxes: Vata (Degeneration), Pitta (Metabolic transformation), Kapha (Heavy Holding)

[11:15] You must identify your own body type because there are different solutions to each individual problem

[14:50] Treatments may be seasonal and dependent on the stage of your life

[17:45] Everything is connected: Start at the basics to build a foundation of health

[19:00] Properly eating requires a calm environment, adequately chewing and stopping before you’re full

[22:00] There is no single treatment, health is an amalgamation of your daily habits

[25:30] Daily detoxing morning routine: Lemon water + Neti pot + Tongue scraping

[27:10] The Neti Pot energetically cleanses and channels the left and right brain to come into harmony

Mentioned in Episode:

www.theshaktischool.com

Instagram - theshaktischool

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Offering 10% off for listeners to our year-long certification program 

Twitter:

“Your skin is actually a byproduct of your lymphatic system, your blood, your fat, your muscle and primarily your digestion.” [5:19] -Katie Silcox

“These books from 1000’s of years ago tell us that we have to adapt the tradition to the time, place and people in which we’re presenting it.”   [17:30] -Katie Silcox

“I pretty much can eat whatever I want as long as I eat how Ayurveda says; eat in a calm environment, chew the food to an even consistency, eat things that your great grandma would’ve recognize and don’t eat until you’re full, just stop right before.” [19:10]

“When you do this triad (lemon water, Neti Pot, Tongue Scraping) you initiate a detoxification process that affects every tissue layer down-river from your digestive system.”  [25:33]

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Today’s guest and host of the Mystic Medecine Radio Show, Dr. Keesha Ewers shares her story of battling autoimmune disease by addressing her childhood trauma first. We often want to fix diseases through western medicine which looks at the disease before the patient but that can only take you so far on your healing journey. Dr. Ewers explains that no disease forms overnight; in fact, they often form for decades with the root cause often being a childhood trauma. Our Trauma responses are deeply connected to our immune systems so through compassion and a willingness to identify maladaptive patterns of behavior it is possible to heal both mentally and physically. 

Takeaways:

[4:15] Bio-Identical hormones might not be addressing the root cause of your health issues

[7:20] Autoimmune diseases do not show up overnight. They usually develop over 10-30 years

[9:30] Ayurvedic Medicine: evaluating the person instead of the disease 

[11:00] Auto-Immune implies that the core cause of the disease is within yourself from trauma

[14:20] For survival the female brain is wired to remember the places that cause pain

[16:30] Libido and past trauma are uniquely tied to our immune system

[19:20] There is no one path that fits every patient

[20:15] Finding the initial trigger is only helpful if you are willing to begin the journey to healing

[22:40] The first step is to feel compassion for yourself and for those who have experienced trauma

[24:40] Before you fully understand your trauma you need to identify maladaptive patterns of behavior

[25:28] You need to love your inner child and provide the compassion you lacked as a child 

Mentioned in this episode:

https://www.drkeesha.com/about/

Twitter:

“You need to fix the hole in the bottom of the boat  where those hormones leaked out from in the first place before just constantly feeding them into the top.”  [5:07]

“My theory is that our brains are uniquely wired to hold on to the places that we’ve been hurt, so we remember them, for the tribe.”   [15:24]

“The first part of that adaptive memory processing, where you’re digesting your emotions, your feelings, your memories, your experiences in a healthy way, is first to ask yourself if you are willing. ”[20:25]

“We always say “Fight or Flight, Freeze or Faint” but actually as children we always freeze.” [23:28]

“You can’t make this about willpower or behavior change, a cognitive behavioral change doesn't work, what you need to do is go back and get securely attached to your own inner child.”  [25:28]

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Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner and women’s hormone expert. She dispels the common misconceptions that PMS and period problems are normal. There are so many things you can do to balance your hormones and eliminate these painful cycles. Dr. Snyder takes a holistic approach and encourages you to focus on your diet as a means of controlling your blood sugar and gut, as these are the primary culprits and indicators of hormonal imbalances in women. 

Takeaways:

[4:00] Coming off the birth control pill 

[5:30] What are the root causes and triggers of period problems? 

[7:30] The hormonal changes you experience on a 28 day cycle will affect your stress tolerance and energy levels throughout the month. 

[8:50] If you accept your natural cycle, you will be more likely to give yourself  grace and create a lifestyle that compliments your body’s needs. 

[10:15] Perimenopausal: Without progesterone you may experience more PMS symptoms. 

[11:20] Insulin resistance: Unforeseen complications of menopause 

[15:00] Your body goes into SOS mode anytime you experience a blood sugar spike

[16:50] Be conscious of your diet’s effect on your mental and physical health

[19:00] Do not have dessert for breakfast!

[20:00] It is so important for women to walk after meals

[24:20] If you have period problemsBloodSugar and Metabolism are the first things to adress

[26:29] When insulin is high or deregulated we start to see an increase in Estradiol 

[28:00] You need diverse veggies,fruits and fermented veggies to support your hormonal health

[30:00] Blood Sugar, Gut and Liver health are good indicators of symptoms of severe PMS.

Mentioned in Episode:

Twitter:

“You are literally not the same woman you were two weeks ago because your hormones are not where they were! Testosterone is down, Progesterone is down and  Estrogen is down!  [7:30]

“90% of adults experience blood sugar spikes the equivalent of someone having type 2 diabetes and every time you have one of those spikes above 140mg per deciliter; instant inflammatory response!  [15:38]

“If you have dessert for breakfast it will take 48 hours for your body to recover from that meal. [19:03]

“When you are focusing on the foods to nourish your gut, nourish your liver, stabilize your blood sugar, it’s like the trifecta of ensuring that your hormones are working properly.” [24:30

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Nicole Bendayan is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and menstrual health educator. In this episode, she explains what a woman’s natural menstrual cycle is supposed to be like. While hormonal birth control has empowered women to control their fertility, it has done so at the expense of the natural menstrual cycle. Most women do not understand that there are 4 distinct phases in a menstrual cycle. By leveraging your body’s natural phases, you can actually predict and prepare for the hormonal fluctuations instead of fighting them. Nicole is passionate about empowering women through education because it is life changing when you live in tune with your menstrual cycle. 

Takeaways:

[4:15] Life after birth control: The four phase cycle

[6:40] Understanding your body’s natural rhythm  

[9:15] Most medical research is conducted on men, completely excluding women.

[11:50] Ovulation is the main event of your cycle, without it you really aren’t having a full cycle.

[13:20] Fluctuating hormone levels affect more than your mood. It also changes your skin: Estrogen brightens your skin while progesterone is responsible for the oily skin.

[15:41] By understanding your patterns, you can predict and prepare for them.

[17:00] Severe symptoms are signs from your body that something might be askew.

[17:40] Syncing your nutrition to align with the phases of your menstrual cycle to heal yourself

[22:20] Your gut microbiome supports your hormonal health and is how we metabolize estrogen.

[23:36] Supplements are a great tool to support your nutrition and gut health

[24:30] By leveraging your natural cycle, instead of fighting it, you can proactively avoid burnout.

[27:00] Symptothermal method of fertility awareness takes more responsibility but is so empowering.

[29:10] If you are on hormonal birth control it is essential to add multivitamins to your regimen 

[31:30] Repair your system by doing a post birth control protocol to avoid post birth control syndrome

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“A lot of women don’t even know that they are only fertile for about 6-7 days out of the month.”  [6:55]

“There are people who teach women how to act like a man having a heart attack because that’s when they will actually be seen and be heard by healthcare professionals.”  [10:30]

“Have difficult conversations in their Ovulatory phase...because of the effects of estrogen on your brain you’re probably going to be a lot more clear.” [15:43]

“Your body is a symphony, so your gut health is going to affect your reproductive health as well as your brain health and vice versa.” [24:05]

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Growing organic food is trendy and lucrative but are organic labels deceiving us into believing we are eating nutrient dense foods even when we are not? Daisy Fair is an organic farmer and farming consultant, she shares her insight on the dangerous practices of pesticide treatments on our foods. She encourages you to build relationships with your local farmers and equips you with the questions to ask, so you know exactly what you are buying and consuming. As a culture we have shifted into chemical dependency and forgotten the simple techniques of natural farming that our ancestors have utilized for 1000’s of years. Daisy’s mission is to educate and awaken you to the benefits of truly organic farming.

Takeaways:

[4:40] What is organic? 

[6:25] Organic labels  mean there are no pesticides but organic farming is much more complex

[7:15] It all starts with the soil: Healthy microbial populations and nutrient rich earth

[8:30] Harvesting at the right time is essential for nutrition

[9:55] Seasonal eating is an adventure!

[12:00] Forcing our farmers into deadly farming practices

[14:00] You’re most likely allergic to the pesticides not the fruit 

[17:00] Asking the right questions

[18:24] Small scale farms do NOT get government subsidies 

[19:47] Starting your own garden

Mentioned in This Episode:

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Twitter:

“Knowing the land that your food is being grown on, having a relationship with your farmer, if at all possible, and knowing how they’re doing it is the most valuable thing that you can do if you are searching for nutrient dense, free of toxic chemicals, food for your body.” [5:45] 

“There were and are a lot of farmers who just transitioned the products they were using so they could be called organic without changing their farming practices.”  [6:45]

“You can have all sorts of nutrients in the soil but if you don’t have a healthy microbial population the plants aren;t going to be able to access those nutrients as easily.” [7:53]

“Although there are so many people who can’t access the freshest food, still if that food was harvested at the right time it would still have more nutrients in it then if it’s harvested prematurely and allowed to ripen on the shelf.”   [9:35]

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Dr. Bindiya Gandhi is a double board-certified Integrative & Functional Medicine Doctor. Today, she breaks down leptin resistance and how it affects your hormones. 

American culture has pushed the myth that starvation and exercise is the pathway to health. However, Dr. Bindiya explains just how toxic these behaviors can be for women. Most health research is conducted on men, so she is going to guide you through what exactly happens hormonally when you deprive your body of nutrient dense food. If you want to understand your hormones, it is important to step back and look at the big picture. 

If you are showing signs of Leptin resistance your body will not signal you to stop eating because you need nutrients and you’re probably not getting enough! Conventional medicine has no approach for addressing Leptin resistance, however, Dr. Bindiya will not only show you how you can take simple steps to regain control of your hormones but she also has a free quiz available to help you understand exactly what symptoms you need to address. 

Takeaways:

[3:30] Starvation and  Eating less to lose weight is a myth

[5:40] Leptin and Ghrelin: Miscommunication in the body

[8:10] There is no nutrition in your fast food.You must eat a nutrient dense diet for optimal health

[10:10] Functional medicine is the only practice addressing patients Leptin Levels

[11:25] Start eating! Eat protein in the morning.

[13:00] Not all carbs are bad! Learning how much and when to eat them is important.

[14:00] Because of our hormones,what works for men probably won’t work for women.

[15:00] Essential lifestyle changes: Stress Management, Sleep and healthy Diet

[17:30] Chronic stress can slow down your metabolism

[21:20] Aging and the natural decline of estrogen 

Mentioned in Episode:

https://drbindiyamd.com/quiz/

https://atlantaweightlossdoctor.com/

Twitter:

“When you start restricting your carbs long term over time it starts impacting your thyroid hormone.”  [12:57]

“Our bodies are all very different  and we cannot compare ourselves to men.” [14:20]

“ When your T3 is impacted, it slows down your metabolism. It slows down and starts impacting your leptin because it wants to keep everything in reserve.”  [18:19]

“It’s important to look at the whole picture when looking at our hormones because our hormones are constantly changing.”  [22:48]

Monica Cox is a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and an expert in infertility. In today’s episode Monica shares her own fertility journey and what she learned about general health along the way. At age 27, Monica was given the vague diagnosis of  “unexplained fertility”. After an unsuccessful round of IVF therapy Monica felt unsatisfied with her diagnosis and decided to take her health into her own hands. She discovered that her body not only could heal itself but her “Unexplained infertility” was simply a sign of underlying health issues. Today she teaches others how to heal themselves with a holistic approach to nutrition.

Key Takeaways:

[3:30] Infertility may be a sign that your body has a deeper issue that must be addressed first.

[5:00] IVF babies are 30% more likely to have health issues.

[6:30[ Be patient and give yourself time

[11:00] Consistency over perfection: Take control over what you can 

[13:10] It’s hard to accept bad habits back into your life once you have experienced real health

[14:30] A healthy lifestyle does not have to be costly: simplicity is not expensive

[17:25] Support and information is essential to keep you from going off the deep end.

[19:00] Rest, recovery and the right movement to support your body's needs.

[21:50] Learn to receive: Accept help from your community, you do not need to do it alone.

[27:10] Feeling worthy of receiving will help your physical health journey

Mentioned in Episode:

https://www.findingfertility.co

IG: https://www.instagram.com/findingfertility/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingfertility

https://www.facebook.com/FindingFertility

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Twitter:

“Our bodies have this innate ability to heal if we just give it the right support.” [3:11] Dr.Trevor Cates

“With conventional medicine so often we ignore these signs and we just cover them up one medication after another and then we’re dealing with the side effects and don’t even know what our bodies are trying to tell us.” [4:00] Dr.Trevor Cates

“It’s a full time job to live like our ancestors.”  [10:30] -Monica Cox

“Doing nothing and taking time for yourself is actually probably the best thing you can do to reverse any issue going on in your body.”  [18:44] -Monica Cox

“Most married women with children, who are working full time jobs are stressed out and tired and exhausted and even though they love their life and they're excited to have everything, they're really tired and burnt out.”  [23:05] -Monica Cox

Dr. Nick Bitz from Neuro Hackers shares his insight on Senolytics, a revolutionary compound that targets aging cells in our bodies. Aging is a natural part of life but there are many things we can do today that will help us age gracefully. In addition to Senolytics, Nick explains how  Ayurvedic medicine will help you identify your body's individual needs and create a personalized guide to help you rejuvenate your body, which is in essence anti aging. 

Key Takeaways:

[0:20] The 9 hallmarks of aging

[2:40] Senolytics: targeting our aging cells

[5:30] Studies show senolytics are best taken in larger doses instead of daily

[6:45] Senolytics compounds have the potential to cross the blood brain barrier

[8:40]  What you can do to support Senolytic compounds: exercise, fasting, Immune Support

[11:20] Building resilience: sleep, personalize an energetic diet, adaptogens 

[12:40] Ayurvedic Medicine: The science of living and matching your lifestyle to your body type

[17:00] Rejuvenation: Restoring the water element to your body

[18:46] Abhyanga: Daily self massage with the right oil for your skin.

Mentioned in the Episode:

https://neurohacker.com/

Twitter:

“It’s better to consume multiple senolytics at once, rather than just a single agent, just to make sure that you're giving your body the greatest chance of eliminating these senescent cells.”  [4:44]

“Sleep that’s critically important to building resilience. If you’re not sleeping adequately, you can’t maintain resilience in any kind of significant way. [11:36]

“It’s all about rejuvenation which is in essence anti aging.” [17:18]

Dr. Yvonne Karney breaks down how to get your hormones back on track. Since doctors do not  control what are considered “normal levels”, Dr. Yvonne explains what else to consider if you are not feeling well. It is nearly impossible to escape toxic exposure in our modern world but Dr. Yvonne guides you through practical things that you can control to begin detoxing

Takeaways:

[2:45] The normal range of hormones is not optimal

[5:30] Lab companies set the normal range, not doctors, it may not apply to the individual

[7:50] What makes hormone receptors stop working

[11:25] Inflammation causes:Chemical toxins, Foods,Construction, Mold and Heavy Metals

[13:30] It may be impossible for the average person to escape toxic exposure.

[15:30] Be practical about what you have control over

[21:30] The hidden danger of “safe at levels less than..contributing to your total toxic load

[25:15] Fat is not inherently bad, damaged fat is bad

Mentioned in Episode:

https://vitalityrenewal.org

www.instagram.com/yvonnekarneymd

www.facebook.com/yvonnekarneymd

www.linkedin.com/yvonnekarneymd

Twitter:

“Hormones are messengers and they need receptors and if your body has sustained damage from toxins then your hormones don’t work right and you feel bad.”  [3:55]

“Normal range is just a statistical equation.” [5:34]

 “You can’t out-hormone toxicity, you need to fix that structure first, so that the hormone receptors work right and then your hormones will work right.”  [10:10]

“ There are up to 280 chemicals in a newborn baby’s umbilical cord at the time of birth.”  [14:19]

Hormones play a huge role in women’s health. In today’s episode, Dr. Deb Matthews breaks down the differences between Bioidentical hormones and Progestins. She also explains the different protocols for women of all ages; There is no “one size fits all” approach to hormones. This is something each woman should discuss with their doctor. 

Dr. Matthews walks us through the prescriptive history of hormone replacement therapy and why many doctors are afraid of liability issues when prescribing to their patients. Breast Cancer is the biggest concern for women. However, there are so many benefits to hormone replacement therapy that may be overlooked out of fear; which is why Dr. Matthews is dedicated to educating both doctors and patients on the possibilities and risks of these treatments.

Takeaways:

[0.25] Are Bioidentical hormones safe?

[4:21] Estrogen Dominance: Estrogen can help feed cancer cell growth while progesterone can hinder it.

[6:15] Different forms of Progesterone

[7:40] Progestins for birth control but not for breast health

[14:45] Dispelling Myths: 1. short term hormone use. 2. Avoiding hormone replacement because of hereditary breast cancer concerns

[17:30] All hormones are NOT created equally:Hormone replacement therapy and breast cancer

[21:00] Considering lifestyle before prescribing Hormones. 

[22:30] Menopause: is it too late for Bioidentical hormones?

[27:36] Testosterone: Women have 10x more testosterone than estrogen because it is what produces estrogen.

[29:19] Hormones can help deal with vaginal skin changes throughout aging. 

Mentioned in Episode:

https://signaturewellness.org

Twitter:

“ When I started on progesterone,I just felt like  it was like nature's version of a glass of red wine, it is just so calming and you can feel more in control and back to yourself again.”  [3:11] 

“Toxins in the environment is the most common trigger for breast cancer, but it’s also the environment in the breast, if you have healthy breasts,then  it is harder for cancer cells to flourish.”  [4:00] 

“The natural form of progesterone has not been shown to increase the risk for breast cancer the way that the synthetic progestins has. There really is a difference between what form of progesterone we’re giving to women when we think about their risks for breast cancer.”  [11:36]

“The hormones are just a piece of it, we need a healthy gut We need proper detox pathways, we need the good lifestyle habits and the hormones are the icing on the cake.” [21:54]

Jodi Cohen is the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils and author of “Essential Oils to Boost the Brain & Heal the Body”. In today’s interview, Jodi speaks to the dramatic effect natural oils have on our bodies reaction to stress. She explains that scent is our safety sense and shows us simple tips for using essential oils to find calm within the storm. 

Takeaways:

[3:40] Changing our hormonal response to stress rather than uprooting our lives to alleviate stress.

[5:50] Vagus Nerve: understanding your physiology to gear shift into Parasympathetic nervous system 

[8:00] Smell goes directly through the amygdala; by creating a “smell memory” with oils your body will associate that scent with calmness. 

[12:20] Only use organic oils, if not you could potentially be concentrating pesticides.

[14:00] Right frontal lobe controls anxiety so to calm that mechanism by breathing in through the LEFT nostril to balance the hemispheres. 

[19:55] Not all oils are calming; Clove oil is a Stimulatory oils and has been used for inflammation and is antimicrobial.

[23:20] The parasympathetic oil blend turns on physical health but it reconnects you with curiosity and allows you to pause within a chaotic situation. 

[25:30] Fear deepens your intuition.

Mentioned in the Episode:

Free chapter 

https://boostthebrainbook.com/bonus-recipe/

https://vibrantblueoils.com/

Twitter:

“What is supposed to happen is, the danger passes, you recalibrate and kind of shift back into the safety gauge which is known as the parasympathetic branch. Sadly, most of us stay stuck. [5:03]

“Smell is actually our safety sense, we smell food, we smell water, we smell predator odor, we smell fire, it is what keeps us safe.” [7:53]

‘Oils are kind of the immune system of plants.People don’t realize that pharmaceutical drugs are derived from plants, aspirin is White Willow bark, Valium is Valerian root. All of these pills are derivatives of what we are already finding in nature.” [9:36]

“The more you train yourself to inhale through the left nostril ,when you’re overwhelmed, the less overwhelmed you get.” [14:40]

Dr. Felice Gersh is an OBGYN who has a passionate belief in holistic women’s healthcare and received a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine from the University of Arizona – She was one of the first dual board-certified Integrative Gynecologists in the United States.

In this interview, Dr. Gersh dives into the world of female hormonal production and regulation. Our bodies have evolved to associate stress with surviving famines, however the modern world has quickly changed what it means to be stressed. 

We often go into stressed states but live where food is abundant and all of our physical needs are met. This is why Dr. Gersh strongly believes we must approach hormonal imbalance as a holistic issue as our mental health is also an indicator of the hormonal balance or imbalance. 

Takeaways:

[4:40] What do hormones do? Information delivery systems to your cells to do something 

[6:17] The receptors in your hypothalamus regulates how you produce hormones

[9:25]  Hormones have an incredible interplay between our emotions, our organ functionality and ultimately our emotions

[12:55} The myth of “Estrogen dominance” 

[16:12] Women evolved to store more fat for successful reproduction. Our metabolisms are different than men’s

[20:40] Estrogen up-regulates Thyroid receptors so that they work better

[22:41] How your stress affects your metabolic rate

[27:30] Work on the stress. Calm the adrenal gland and its production of cortisol

Mentioned in the episode:

Get access to this entire interview plus over 50 others from the Hormones, Health & Harmony series.

hormoneseries.com/get-access.

Twitter:

“Women, for example, have dramatically higher incidents of both anxiety and depression compared to men” 

“Women are much more prone when they have hormonal disregulation to develop a binge eating disorder and anorexia”   

“Women's bodies were designed to hold onto fat so that they could have enough fat to get through a pregnancy.”

“How is your body going to utilize what is available when you are under stress? Your metabolism is going to naturally SLOW since it is assuming that you won't have food.”

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Dr. Rebecca Perlow is an Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialist in Tarzana, CA. She has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. 

Women's bodies are fascinating and complex, but there's often a lot that we don't know. In this episode, Rebecca shares insight into brain fog in different times of our lives and why it actually occurs. She also goes into detail about the things women need to know about their bodies, including pregnancy, labor and delivery. 

This interview is from the Hormones, Health and Harmony Docuseries. Not all of the interview footage of experts made it into the docuseries, including this one.

Key Takeaways:

[3:08] Setting yourself up for success against brain fog

[4:24] The reason for brain fog in pregnant and postpartum women

[7:32] Why girls between ages 9-16 need to be better educated on their bodies

[12:18] Hymenal ring facts

[13:21] Breast examination and the importance of medical examination

[19:04] Healthy labor & delivery

How to Connect with Dr. Perlow:

https://drperlow.com/about-dr-perlow/

Memorable Quotes:

You have moments of super clarity and moments in which you don't. And I feel like the longer you live your life with the realization that you will have brain fog at times, and then not, then you understand how to set yourself up for success. - Dr. Rebecca Perlow

As a professional organization for obstetrician gynecologists, we are failing our women between the ages of 9 and at least 16. - Dr. Rebecca Perlow

I think that it's been proven quite nicely that self breast examination is not useful. - Dr. Rebecca Perlow

The very start of pregnancy for me is the beginning of our journey together. I think it's really important. You will face many of your demons during pregnancy, and so will your partner. So what I love about the way that it's structured is that we see each other, at least every single month. - Dr. Rebecca Perlow

In this episode of The Woman’s Doctor, we had a very intriguing conversation with Amy Killen. Amy is board-certified in emergency medicine and is now an anti-aging and regenerative medicine physician specializing in aesthetics and sexual medicine. She’s an expert on sexual health and today she drops the key gems on how to have a long, happy, and healthy sex life. 

We branch off into many different topics but the main ideas we discussed are the tips on how to properly do kegels, the benefits of stem cells and o-shots, what types of services she offers for men seeking to better their sexual health, vaginal red light therapy, and much more. We also dive into exosomes and where a good place to start would be for people intrigued with the idea of sexual optimization and regenerative medicine.

Sexual health is something that does not get enough attention so I think it’s very important that women are able to have these types of conversations. Our cells decrease in regeneration ability as we age so it is vital that we assess our sexual health now so that we can have a long and healthy sex life because, at the end of the day, intimacy plays a major component in the health of our romantic relationships. Tune in to find out more about this amazing woman and how she can help you improve your sex life today!

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On this very special episode of The Woman’s Doctor, we had a conversation with Chris Kresser. Chris is a top expert and educator in Functional Medicine and ancestral health as well as a New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Cure. Chris is also the founder of The Kresser Institute that has trained over 2,000 functional health practitioners and coaches.

There is a lot more we can add to the list of the achievements this man has obtained but we’ll keep at those for now.

In this episode, we discuss what led to Chris becoming involved with functional medicine and wellness overall, how we’re slowly detaching from our ancestral roots in the area of food and nutrients, how food is gradually losing nutritional value, and much more. Chris is truly an expert on food and essential nutrients so you might want to tune in if you are or are thinking about taking any type of supplements.

Many times, we think that just buying as many supplements off the shelves of our local store can solve our nutrient deficiencies but it is much more complex than that. Chris advises people to take frequent tests to see what nutrients they may be deficient in as well as what nutrients they may be getting too much of. For those who want to take it a step further and really dive deep into this man’s mind, be sure to check out his work and products at chriskresser.com!

Key Takeaways:

[3:54] How Chris became involved with health and wellness

[7:54] Changes in the soil is making food less nutrient-dense

[14:47] The importance of Vitamin D

[19:10] The importance of Magnesium

[28:40] The main three supplements that people should be paying more attention to when consuming

Connect with Chris Kresser:

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Did you know that hormones affect our relationships? In fact, healthy relationships are the unknown key to human health.

That’s why I asked Dr. John Gray, one of the most well-known and trusted relationship experts in the world, to be on the show. 

Dr. Gray is the author of Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, which was the #1 best-selling book of the entire 1990s. Having written over 20 books, he has appeared repeatedly on Oprah, The Dr. Oz Show, TODAY, and Good Morning America.

In today’s episode, Dr. Gray shares the different relationship patterns and how changes in hormones impact our relationships and behavior. 

Ever wonder why men tend to get cranky in old age while women become hyper-independent? Dr. Gray dives deep into both men's and women’s hormone health and why mood changes with age. He’ll help you learn how to best work with your partner from a hormone perspective.

This episode will give you some much-needed hormone clarity and the motivation to focus more on your hormone health! 

Key Takeaways:

[2:46] What has changed in hormone health since Dr. Gray’s first book.

[6:36] Why hormonal balance is essential for men.

[11:53] What happens to men when estrogen levels go too high. 

[16:38] What happens to women when estrogen levels go too high.

[20:02] How sex organs actually work.

[23:09] Estrogen dominance.

[24:26] What to do when you feel burnt out.

Connect with Dr. John Gray:

MarsVenus.com

@johngraymarsvenus_official 

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus: The Classic Guide To Understanding The Opposite Sex

Beyond Mars and Venus: Relationship Skills for Today’s Complex World

Memorable Quotes:

“Due to the shift in the consciousness on the planet, and the toxicity of the planet, our hormones have gone out of balance.” - Dr. Gray

“Men and women 50 years ago had a huge advantage when it came to the world, and it’s out of date without a doubt.” - Dr. Gray

“Every relationship is reciprocal. If you make a change, it will change him.” - Dr. Gray

“We’re built for sacrifice. Women are not. You’re built to love.” - Dr. Gray

“Once you're in a negative state, you tend to get locked into looking at more reasons why I should feel like a victim.” - Dr. Gray

JJ Virgin is a triple board-certified nutrition expert, fitness hall of famer, and author of four New York Times bestsellers, including the Virgin Diet, in which she shares how to eliminate cravings for good.

Foods today tend to be hidden with sugars and artificial ingredients, or they are labeled as gluten-free or dairy-free but are packed with other unhealthy ingredients. So what do you do to eat well? JJ is a wealth of knowledge on what foods to reduce, avoid and enjoy.

In this episode, JJ and Dr. Trevor sit down to bust myths about fad food and diets, share what trigger foods to watch out for, how to address inflammation and so much more.

Key Takeaways:

[4:22] The trifecta of trigger foods to watch out for.

[6:07] What food sensitivity tests are truly telling you.

[8:10] The ONE food to remove or lower from your diet for dramatic changes.

[12:50] Macro-balanced plates and how this helps eliminate sugar cravings.

[16:20] How to retrain your tastebuds to enjoy natural foods.

[20:15] Gluten-free alternatives to implement into your life.

Connect with JJ Virgin

https://jjvirgin.com/

The Virgin Diet by JJ Virgin

Memorable Quotes

So much that's out there that, that looks like it's a health food, is actually hurting us. - JJ Virgin

The body isn’t a bank account, it is a chemistry lab. - JJ Virgin

Anyone who's forgotten to eat is a fat burner. - JJ Virgin

We don't just go from high sugar impact to low sugar impact. We taper down over the course of a week or two. - JJ Virgin

Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD is a naturopathic endocrinologist with a focus on thyroid disease. He has been actively seeing patients since 1996 and is a New York Times Bestselling Author of The Metabolism Reset Diet and The Thyroid Reset Diet. 

Dr. Christianson is the founding president of The Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and is the founding co-president of The American College of Thyroidology. He has appeared on national TV shows like Dr. Oz, The Doctors, The Today Show, CNN, or print media like SHAPE magazine and Natural Health. 

Dr. Christianson sits down with Dr. Trevor Cates to share his knowledge and research about thyroid issues in women. He busts the myth that synthetic hormones are inherently worse than natural, explains why instances of thyroid disease increase as women age, and demystifies the functions of some lesser known hormones and nutrients like T2 and iodine.

Takeaways: 

[4:22] Dr. Christianson explains what happens to thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy

[7:14] What to ask your doctor for when trying to get your thyroid levels tested

[11:50] What an antibody panel tests for and why it is a common way to detect thyroid issues

[17:38] Why iodine is one of the most important factors associated with thyroid function

[20:33] Other nutrients that are crucial for proper functioning of the thyroid, including selenium and iron

[24:50] Comparing natural and synthetic thyroid hormones, and why synthetic thyroid hormones are not as scary as they sound

[27:23] Dr. Christianson speaks about the lesser known thyroid hormone T2

[32:35] Discussing how dramatically long-term outlooks have improved for patients with thyroid disease today

[37:04] How and why the odds of developing a thyroid issue increase as you age

[49:30] Ways to improve your health and reduce your chances of developing hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and Graves’ Disease

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Twitter:

“If your thyroid’s functioning at 50% you might not know otherwise, but once the hormones of pregnancy come in, that’s when it can really show up.”

“If you’re a speck below a certain window on your iron stores, that will really compound thyroid issues.”

“Thyroid disease is something that’s going wrong for a long period of time and finally crosses a threshold, and that’s why it’s more common with age.”

DR. DONI WILSON is a Naturopathic Doctor, certified professional midwife, certified nutrition specialist, and bestselling author of Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health. For more than 22 years, she has helped thousands of patients overcome health challenges and achieve wellness by using specific strategies that address the whole body and ultimately resolve the underlying causes of distress. Dr. Doni suffered from migraines for over 20 years, and in the process of solving them, she developed her Stress Recovery Protocol. 

Dr. Doni brings awareness to the impact of stress on our health and how it is possible to recover from burnout and become resilient to stress in the media and at public and professional events. You can find her blog, podcast, called How Humans Heal, and her Self C.A.R.E.™ program at DoctorDoni.com.

Dr. Doni joins Dr. Trevor Cates to discuss her early experiences with extreme stress, and how those events shaped her interest in stress as well as her journey to find relief for herself and her patients from chronic stress.

Takeaways: 

[3:07] How Dr. Doni’s childhood inspired her to research and prevent the effects of stress

[5:24] How Dr. Doni’s burnout lead her to begin treating both herself and patients undergoing different kinds of extreme stress

[6:54] Why women may be more susceptible to stress, often stemming from societal expectations of their roles in the world

[8:36] The four major areas of the body that are affected by stress: digestion, hormones, neurotransmitters, and immune system

[11:45] Understanding how stress affects your body through testing cortisol, neurotransmitters, and adrenaline levels

[14:31] Different stress types and why recovering from stress slowly is necessary for the process to be successful 

[18:30] Examples of slow recovery activities to help the body heal from stress, and where to start the process

[21:15] How to decrease cortisol levels at night by using adaptogens

[24:41] Nutrients that can help destress the body

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Twitter:

“We’re supposed to be superheroes, when really we’re human.”

“Recovery from stress is incremental, we need to be pacing ourselves.”

Cynthia Thurlow, NP is the CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness Project and an international speaker. 

Her second TED talk, “Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique”  has been viewed over 12 million times, and she has had 20 years of experience in all aspects of functional medicine including cardiology and emergency medicine. 

She is also a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health, and has been featured on ABC, Fox 5, KLTA, CW Medium, Entrepreneur, and the Megyn Kelly Show.

Thurlow joins Dr. Trevor Cates to discuss her journey to an intermittent fasting lifestyle and the health difficulties that inspired her to change the way she eats. Thurlow also speaks about her new book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation: The 45-Day Program for Women to Lose Stubborn Weight, Improve Hormonal Health, and Slow Aging.

Takeaways: 

[2:35] How to use intermittent fasting as a strategy to work with your hormones as they fluctuate throughout the month

[3:30] Thurlow speaks about how she structured her popular TEDX talk to make information about intermittent fasting more accessible to the audience

[4:32] Thurlow explains the basics of intermittent fasting, focusing on eating fewer meals throughout the day

[6:55] Thurlow discusses the outdated information regarding the “calories in-calories out” mindset, and why it does not work as efficiently as intermittent fasting

[10:16] Insulin’s effects on the body when following a typical American diet and eating frequently

[12:39] The important roles of insulin, cortisol, and glucose in weight resistance in women

[16:49] Why quitting snacks is an important first step in beginning intermittent fasting

[20:40] Thurlow shares her recommendations for what to eat when breaking a fast

[22:05] Thurlow breaks down her intermittent fasting routine

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Twitter:

“Most Americans are stuck in this carbohydrate burning model, and that’s where we start to see weight loss resistance, feeling hangry, lack of energy.”

“You have to stop snacking because that will force you to readjust your macros, your protein, fat, and carbohydrates, with your meals — and this is like ripping off a bandaid.”

“Men usually have an easier time with fasting because they’re not dealing as much hormonal flux week to week, day to day, like menstruating women or women that are still getting a menstrual cycle every month”

“We are not just mini men — we have a lot of differences in our hormones, physiology and anatomy.”

Did you ever think that your skin could be sending you messages?

Dr. Trevor Cates shares a solo episode all about the connection between your hormones and the health of your skin. 

Tune in to learn about endocrine-disrupting chemicals and their impact on health issues, how your hormones impact your health, and what types of foods to eat to boost estrogen levels and balance your hormones.

Dr. Trevor shares the indicators for hormone imbalances based on what your skin is presenting. Have really dry skin?  Or are you extremely prone to acne?…this episode may be the answer to your skincare struggles!

Key Takeaways:

[5:45] What happens to your body when it isn't making enough progesterone or estrogen. 

[6:30] Natural ways to boost estrogen levels.

[7:50] The herbs that will support estrogen and menopause.

[8:31] Tools to balance out androgen levels.

[10:10] The value of your thyroid and what your skin means in relation to hyperthyroidism.

[12:48] Stress management practices to balance hormones

Resources:

hormoneseries.com

Clean Skin Within

Natural Beauty REset 

Tweetable quotes:

“Age-related, hormonal change like Puberty and menopause can actually affect testosterone and its metabolism, that breaking down of it.”

“You have to remember products don't just sit on the surface of our skin. They can get absorbed into our bloodstream, just like we would put hormone creams on our skin or nicotine patches. We use medications on our skin as a route of administration.”

“Always best to test rather than guess.”

Did you know that your body has 50 different types of hormones? These control various functions, like metabolism, sleep, reproduction, and mood.

With all of these hormones, it can get complicated. So today’s guest is here to help us address our hormones, especially when they’re low.

After discovering the hidden cause of her midlife weight gain and fatigue, Dr. Kyrin Dunston, MD  lost a life-changing 100 lbs. and overcame her adrenal fatigue.  She is fellowship trained in Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine and has practiced this exclusively for over a decade.

Dr. Dunston hosts the Hormone Prescription podcast and has been featured in media such as CBS, NBC, Reader’s Digest, and The Huffington Post

She is founder of the Midlife Metabolism Institute and The Hormone Club, a membership program providing women access to natural hormone treatments throughout the US.

In today’s podcast, Dr. Kyrin shares why women over 40 are often in a state of hormonal poverty and how they can overcome this with natural hormone therapy and certain lifestyle changes. All of this can help us achieve optimal longevity & vitality. So listen and learn and then share your questions with us at TheWomansDoctor.com.

Dr. Dunston joins Dr. Trevor Cates to share why women over 40 are often in a state of hormonal poverty and how they can overcome this with natural hormone therapy and certain lifestyle changes. She also busts myths about hormone replacement therapy and its safety.

Takeaways: 

[3:53] How Dr. Dunston’s experience with hormone imbalance led her on a journey to help others with the same issue

[5:26] When hormonal poverty begins (typically age 35) and what it is

[8:25] Common hormonal deficiencies in older women and its impact on their lives

[9:51] How the marginalization of older women can cause hormone imbalances to be overlooked or not taken seriously

[11:58] Discussing misconceptions about the dangers of synthetic hormone replacement therapy

[14:56] Why assuming your doctor is always correct about what is happening with your body and hormones may be a bad idea, and how to figure out for yourself what is going on with your hormones

[20:22] Dr. Dunston’s experience with finding a hormone replacement that worked for her, and how it’s changed her life

[21:53] Discussing “pathological menopause”, why cortisol is one of the most important hormones during menopause

[29:10] How to become hormonally and nutritionally literate

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Twitter:

“All my standard corporate doctor OBGYN tools really had no answers, I just had a fistful of prescriptions.”

“Hormones are the very foundation of how our bodies function.”

“We have bought into this lie that somehow, we’re less of a woman if we take hormones”

Arnita Champion is a social media personality, business owner, motivational speaker, IFBB Professional Figure Competitor, Olympic Trials finalist and certified personal trainer.  At 58 years young, she is a firm believer that change manifests primarily in those who never quit or give up.

Champion joins Dr. Trevor Cates to explain the balance that must be struck as we age between exercise and its effects, both positive and negative, on our bodies. She explains why trying to keep up with what your younger self was capable of may actually be harming your progress and putting you in danger, and how stress can impact different aspects of your mind and body.

Takeaways: 

[5:10] Trends in the fitness industry can be challenging to keep up with as you age, due to increased risk of injury and difficulty keeping up with your younger self’s activity level.

[8:38] Champion’s discovery that she had high blood pressure served as a wakeup call for her that stress was greatly impacting her body in a negative way.

[10:05] The importance of regularly checking in with your doctor to ensure that any health issues you’re unaware of can be taken care of before they negatively impact you.

[13:16] How what you put in your body is crucial to its effective functioning. Health starts from within!

[15:54] Finding a consistent routine is key to a healthy, balanced body and lifestyle. Intensity is less critical.

[17:06] Why Champion’s efforts to continue working out at the same intensity levels as her younger self were detrimental to her health, and what she changed.

[19:33] Motivating yourself in the now to take care of your body, because ‘tomorrow never comes’.

[22:07] Champion's methods for handling stress, especially emphasizing meditation.

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Twitter:

“We hold stress in, and it was affecting my organs - it was affecting my ability to live how I actually wanna live.”

“My mantra is ‘fight for it’ - but there’s a way you choose your battles.”

“When you fight for it, you’re not fighting for anyone else - you’re fighting for you.”

“Everybody has a different body, and you have to pay attention to YOUR body.”

“It didn’t take you overnight to get into the shape that you are now. Why do you think it’s going to take you overnight to get into the best shape of your life?”

Podcast Disclaimer: 

https://resources.thespadr.com/the-womans-doctor/#disclaimer

Dr. Amie Hornaman, PhD is a Clinical Nutritionist also known as the Thyroid Fixer. As founder of the Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization, her goal is to optimize the health of thyroid patients around the world.

Dr. Hornaman joins Dr. Trevor Cates to discuss why Hashimoto’s is found more frequently in women yet often remains undiagnosed. She also explains how to find a doctor who will listen to your symptoms and thoroughly test you, and debunks the myth that hormone replacement therapy causes breast cancer.

Takeaways: 

[3:14] About 12 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Hashimoto’s (95% are women), and an estimated 6 million people have symptoms but are undiagnosed

[4:05] Why lower testosterone and increased stress can cause more thyroid conditions in women

[5:59] Why lack of thorough testing leads so many cases of Hashimoto’s to remain undiagnosed

[8:55] Common mood-related indicators of Hashimoto’s, including depression and apathy

[10:07] How to find a doctor who will listen to your symptoms and test you thoroughly 

[13:41] Busting the myth of estrogen or hormone replacement therapy causing breast cancer

[16:08] Lifestyle changes to support and encourage a healthier thyroid

[20:00] Nutrients, supplements and natural remedies that can improve thyroid health - and why you may not need as many supplements as you think

[23:20] Improving quality of life and taking back your power by restoring your thyroid

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Memorable Takeaways:

“Many people are walking around with the symptoms of a thyroid condition, but they’re being told they’re normal and that everything is fine.”

“If your doctor says no to testing, it’s time to get a new doctor.”

“When I see a patient optimize, I see a strong, powerful woman that can do anything she wants to do, and nothing is gonna hold her back.”

Podcast Disclaimer: 

https://resources.thespadr.com/the-womans-doctor/#disclaimer

Dr. Lauren Noel is a licensed naturopathic doctor and has treated over 5000 patients using natural therapies. She owns Shine Naturopathic Medicine, a holistic medical clinic in Solana Beach, California where she treats patients hailing from all across the country. Dr. Noel is also a frequent lecturer on health radio shows and at medical conferences and is the host of the Dr. Lo Show podcast—a top-rated podcast on iTunes with over 3 million downloads.

Dr. Noel joins Dr.Cates to share what she has found to be the most common nutritional deficiencies associated with infertility. She also discusses how to balance hormones and improve your egg quality naturally, and explains why our eggs are like small pearls!

Takeaways:

[3:44] Dr. Noel has never labeled a patient “infertile”. There is almost always a solution to improve fertility no matter one’s circumstances.

[5:27] We can’t directly test egg quality, but we can check a lot of things that directly affect egg quality. It always comes back to holistic health.

[8:01] Dr. Noel shares some of the biggest roadblocks when it comes to fertility.

[11:18] Dr. Noel explains how poor nutrition leads to infertility.

[14:55] A very common symptom with an underactive thyroid, among a myriad of things, are menstrual problems. Dr. Noel also mentions other hormones to gauge fertility.

[20:37] Oxytocin is often an underrated hormone when it comes not just to boosting fertility, but when it comes to holistic health. Simply, by doing things that make you happier, there’s a ripple effect that impacts you and your loved ones for the better in every way.

[21:44] Diet and lifestyle become even more vital if you want to maintain egg quality as you age.

[25:17] It’s a good idea to press pause on alcohol and caffeine during pregnancy. Bring in good supplementation instead.

[27:47] Dr. Noel calls out the most common fertility myth out there.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Twitter:

“I can’t say there has ever been one patient who has come into my office that I’ve ever put the label of ‘infertile’. It’s never happened. There has always been something that can help with fertility.”

"If you take a week of eating well, it’s like night and day of how your body operates.”

"By taking the time to do things that make you happy, and set those boundaries to make that a priority, you’re healthier, your family is happier, and your spouse is happier. There’s this ripple effect.”

“Don’t guess. Test.”

Dr. Sharon Stills is a naturopathic physician with over 20 years of experience. She uses natural methods to help menopausal and perimenopausal women live longer, stronger, and sexier while aging backward. Dr. Stills has extensive training and background in European biological medicine, anti-aging therapies, and bioidentical hormone replacement. She is the creator of the RED Hot Sexy Meno(pause) Program and the host of The Science Of Self Healing podcast.

Dr. Stills joins Dr. Cates to talk about menopause, bioidentical hormones, and the importance of supporting your lymphatic system with natural treatments. She even discusses the pitfalls of deodorant!

Takeaways:

[2:42] Most women don’t realize how important the role hormones play in their lives. We are often taught how to suppress symptoms instead of actually learning how hormones work and addressing the root cause.

[5:30] Menopause is inevitable, but it doesn’t mean “the end”. In fact, Dr. Stills contends that menopause is actually a “sacred second act of your life”.

[8:45] “Pausing” is actually one of the powerful medicinal acts we can do for ourselves.

[12:39] Dr. Stills explains the ins and outs of bioidentical hormones.

[15:40] The lymphatic system helps us get good things in and bad things out.

[17:44] Dr. Still describes some of her favorite ways to ensure one’s lymphatic system is working well.

[19:58] Anything clogging under the arm holds toxins in. This means many deodorants, particularly antiperspirants, do more harm than good. Dr. Stills shares her favorite alternatives that ensure your lymphatic system works optimally while keeping stink at bay!

Mentioned in This Episode:

●  Dr. Sharon Stills’s website: https://drstills.com/

Twitter:

“Women often are so misled and don’t have it in the equation that their hormones could really be at the root cause of why they’re suffering.”

"Menopause is actually this sacred second act of my life.”

"I always write meno(pause) with parentheses around the ‘pause’ because ‘pausing’ is actually one of the powerful medicinal acts we can do for ourselves.”

Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is the first woman in the states to become board certified in Euro gynecology. She is the owner of Greenleaf Health and Wellness, CEO of the Pelvic Floor Store, host of two podcasts, and best-selling author here to discuss the gut vagina connection.  

Dr. Cates and Dr. Greenleaf discuss how this connection is related to how often we get urinary tract infections and yeast infections, the importance of kegals, and tools for creating better vaginal health through your gut. 

Fertility and sex drive are often dictated by bacteria within the vagina. Want to improve your fertility and desire for sex…tune in to learn how to adjust your bacteria and diet. This episode is here for your vagina health, from menopause to pH balance after sex and everything in between. 

Key Takeaways:

Prevention of UTIs, pelvic floor prolapse, and incontinence. [4:26] 

What is happening within the vagina naturally and how your diet impacts its natural protective capabilities. [7:10]

How to make connections between a UTI or vagina infection and the rest of the body, like the gut. [10:20]

Antibiotics can throw off your gut health for up to a year. [11:20]

Boric acid suppositories are a solution to help manage yeast or bacteria. [13:17] 

Postmenopausal women’s solutions for vagina health. [17:25]

The different types of probiotics for vagina health. [18:30]

Solutions to prevent or reduce urinary incontinence and pelvic prolapse. [19:12]

Where to Find Betsy Greenleaf:

Memorable Quotes:

“We have a microbiome in the vagina that is also very unique to the area that it's in.”

“We want to have our guts filled with healthy bacteria so that we are constantly keeping the vagina healthy…So if our gut is not healthy, the vagina's not going to be healthy.”

“The pH of the vagina is very acidic, but the pH of semen is very basic…so that can throw off the vagina.”

Dr. Anna Cabeca is triple board-certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, anti-aging and regenerative medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Cabeca shares natural solutions for handling symptoms of menopause, like vaginal dryness, insomnia, mood swings, and low sex drive. Dr. Cates and Dr. Cabeca share insight on hormonal imbalance, vaginal aging, and rejuvenation within the body and within your life. 

Menopause can be navigated with joy and grace. This episode is a starting point to learn how!

Key Takeaways:

How to not dread menopause. [3:30]

The value of increasing connection and intimacy during menopause [4:50]

How to recognize when it is time to take a break to have better hormonal balance [7:02]

Symptoms of menopause (especially vagina dryness] and how to naturally face them with grace. [9:02]

Looking at biological age versus vagina age. [14:20]

The 5 menu plans which pause something different from occurring within your body. [15:50]

Where To Find Dr. Anna Cabeca:

Get her new book: MenuPause

https://drannacabeca.com/

Memorable Quotes:

“Breeze through menopause into the second spring of our lives.”

“Menopause is natural and mandatory, but suffering is optional.”

“Vaginal dryness, as a result of the loss of reproductive hormones can create discomfort and lack of orgasm and pleasure as early as our mid to late thirties.”

Serena Poon is a Celebrity Chef, the creator of the Culinary Alchemy® method, a Certified Nutritionist, and a Reiki Master on a mission to divulge consciousness around the mindful combination of food, nutrition, and healing intuition. Today, Serena joins Dr. Trevor to talk about enjoying longevity in optimal health, the benefits of eating bright, colored vegetables across the rainbow spectrum, and how to improve our mental and emotional health through breathing exercises and meditation. She also shares her tips and advice to gain balance in our lives and what she did do to increase her own DHEA levels. 

Takeaways:  

[3:32] Selena shares her top tips for longevity.

[6:04] The most effective meditation techniques, their benefits, and what is the best way to start meditating.

[8:24] The consistent Transcendental Meditation (TM) practice can significantly impact our lives.

[10:45] What is DHEA, why it is considered the longevity hormone, and how can we increase our DHEA levels.

[14:27] Serena explains why hydration is crucial to enhancing our overall health and talks about how much water we should drink daily.

[19:25] Longevity is pointless without good health and balanced life. Serena talks about how she keeps herself centered and focused even during the most challenging days.

Resources mentioned:

Serena Poon website

Serena Poon Instagram

The BrainTap Headset

Twitter:

"When I think about my clients and what ties them all together in their challenges, it is hydration. Most people don't drink enough water."

"I typically say water's water. Liquids are not water. Some people want to count coffee or teas or any liquid as water. So liquid is a liquid, and water is water."

"Hydration is a huge component of not just longevity, but also just overall immune function."

"In the course of your day, try to eat all the colors of the rainbow. If you can get it at every meal, that's amazing."

"If you're traveling and you get a smoothie or a great juice, just make sure that it doesn't have a lot of sugar in it so that your body can receive all those great antioxidants, the great nutrition, all the vitamins, and minerals. That really helps."

"When you feel like you don't have the time to get the 50 things you need to do today, that's when you need to take a moment to kind of drop in, do some breath. That will bring clarity."

Teri Cochrane is an international Thought Leader in longevity and sustainable health. She is the Founder and CEO of The Global Sustainable Health Institute and author of the Amazon best-selling book "The Wildatarian Diet - Living as Nature Intended."   

Teri joins Dr. Cates in this episode to discuss how eating following our genetic blueprint can massively impact hormonal balance and longevity. She describes how, through The Cochrane Method®, we can improve our hormone and insulin balance, manage our weight, and improve mental acuity and longevity. Teri also explains the positive effects of proper detoxification and stress release in hormone balance. 

Takeaways:  

[3:37] It is essential, especially for women, to not buy into how we will look at a certain age; instead, we should redefine what it feels like to be in our personal power.

[5:58] The importance of tying our genetics to our menstrual cycle.

[8:21] Insulin plays a massive role in longevity.

[11:25] We must understand which detoxifiers are the ones our liver loves.

[13:25] Teri explains the monumental changes she experienced after developing the epigenetic model that helped her outsmart her genes.

[16:01] The adverse effects of fear and making decisions from it.

[19:05] Belonging to a supportive and uplifting community is crucial for longevity.

Resources mentioned:

Teri Cochrane website: https://tericochrane.com/

Book: Teri Cochrane - The Wildatarian Diet - Living as Nature Intended

Teri Cochrane's supplements line

Teri Cochrane Instagram 

Twitter:

"For women, especially if we're still in the time in our life where we're mincing, it is crucial to tie the foods to our cycles."

"Hormones, health, and harmony have to be a beautiful symphony because I say one player in the symphony is out of tune; the whole sound is off."

"When we get stressed, it's like eating a dirty cupcake. What does the body do? It responds by pushing insulin. If we're not using that insulin, we're going to wear it."

"I strive to live pragmatically. I strive to be in my personal power, not my circumstantial power."

"Sometimes we think we have to make decisions or act in immediacy. If we're running from a bear or trying to get out of harm's way, that's fine. But we're too quick to move into things when we have time."

Dr. Aumatma Shah is an Educator and Fertility Specialist, a Certified Naturopathic Doctor, and an Endocrinologist developer of the Fertility Success Program. She specializes in working with badass women and power couples, helping them start their families through a natural approach or an integrative setting.

Today, Dr. Shah joins Dr. Cates to debunk myths around fertility, eggs, and embryo freezing, and she gives her thoughts on the use of medication for fertility increase.

Dr. Shah also touches on the alarming lack of studies on male fertility; she highlights the importance of improving sleep quality to optimize fertility. There is a great need for a holistic approach to fertility, especially when considering the studies that suggest a link between gut inflammation and uterine inflammation. Tune in to learn more!

Takeaways: 

[3:06] Dr. Shah's journey into fertility research.

[6:08] A curious fact about women over 35 experiencing a decline in their fertility.

[9:15] Are fertility rates really declining?

[18:57] Freezing embryos is a better idea than freezing eggs.

[20:22] On average, 1% of frozen eggs turn into live babies. So, what else are we doing to take care of our fertility?

[24:47] We've normalized having intense period pain. 

[28:43] Dr. Shah shares her thoughts on using medication and supplements to increase fertility

Resources mentioned:

Book: Dr. Aumatma Shah - Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making: Heal Your Body, Mind, and Spirit, Own Your Fertility, and Prepare for the Family of Your Dreams: 

Book: Christiane Northrup - Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom: Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing

Mentioned in This Episode: 

Dr. Aumatma website: https://www.holisticfertilityinstitute.com/

Dr. Aumatma Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic_fertility_expert/?hl=es

Twitter:

"The idea that frozen eggs will always turn into babies is just not true. I don't think I've seen studies that are like out of these number of eggs, we got one baby or two babies, but on average, 1% of frozen eggs turn into live babies."

"The impact that alcohol is having is not just on your fertility or your hormones, but it's destroying your gut microbiome and your liver. So just kind of like reigning it in a little bit and finding a balance is key."

"I don't think it's normal for us to be in pain for days at the end of our cycles. If the pain is intolerable, I feel like that's usually a sign of something more profound."

"When people's hormones are imbalanced, meaning they don't have the right estrogen amounts, the right progesterone amounts, or the balance between the two at the various points in their cycle, it's often leading to poor egg quality."

Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND is an authority in treating depression, anxiety, sleeping, and eating disorders. She is the co-founder of the Natural Terrain Naturopathic Clinic and the best-selling author of four books on mental health. 

In this episode, Dr. Bjorndal kindly shared her thoughts on the effects of birth control pills on our bodies, how to address deficiencies and imbalances in neurotransmitters through lifestyle changes, herbs, and nutrients. The conversation doesn't end there, Dr. Bjorndal and Dr. Cates walk through the devastating impact of loneliness, and how to cope with it.   

Takeaways: 

[3:20] Medications are a helping hand to help us get to solid ground from where we can find health issues' root causes.

[4:11] About the pros and cons of getting "labeled," i.e., getting a diagnosis.

[6:13] Taking medications for long periods can produce significant side effects in our bodies.

[8:40] A balanced diet is critical to deal with neurotransmitter imbalances.

[10:37] Antidepressants won't solve a problem by themselves; we must find the stressors in our lives and make changes.

[12:40] There are multiple solutions in Naturopathic medicine to deal with skin conditions and painful and irregular periods.  

[16:38] Lifestyle and environmental conditions are responsible for mental illnesses too.

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"It is important to understand is that medication is just a helping hand that we may need to get you on solid ground. And then, we can look at what is at the root of what's going on."

"I think it's crucial to ask yourself what was going on in my life when I started feeling anxious or depressed."

"It's not always all about the genes. It's about the environmental factors that may light the gene or turn it on or off."

"The environment it's definitely an underlooked piece in medicine. And it's a very important piece because there's just been so much change over the last 40 or 50 years when it comes to the number of chemicals in the products we use."

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Dr. Michael Breus is a Clinical Psychologist, a Board Certified Sleep Specialist, author, and speaker. He is the Owner of The Sleep Doctor, a brand created to raise awareness on the health benefits of sleep, the adverse effects of sleep disorders, and how to enhance personal and professional performance through developing healthy sleeping habits.   

Dr. Breus joins Dr. Cates to discuss why sleeping is more challenging for women, the role hormonal changes play in our sleeping, and the benefits of napping. He also debunks the myths of the 8-hour sleep, catching up on sleep during the weekends, and taking extra melatonin to beat insomnia. 

Takeaways: 

[2:19] When you look at the data, more women come to sleep specialists complaining of their inability to fall asleep. But we also know that women have a tendency to be more vocal with their doctors.

[3:15] Eight hours is a myth. Sleep needs are individual. Instead of focusing on sleeping eight hours, we should focus on creating a consistent sleep schedule.

[6:23] Understanding our chronotype is the first step to fixing our sleeping issues.

[7:09] Why catching up on sleep is not only not possible and also a terrible idea.

[9:57] Naps are a great resource as long as we keep them short and sweet.

[12:49] What is the best way to deal with the middle "wake up in the middle of the night and can't fall back asleep insomnia."

[18:05] Michael's simple yet effective five steps to build a healthy relationship with our sleep.

[23:04] Why taking melatonin in the middle of the night is the dumbest idea ever. 

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"As we become sleep deprived, we think we're doing great. I got news for everybody out there: we're not doing great."

"Taking a nap can actually be a good thing if it's short and sweet."

"When you sleep in on Sunday, your melatonin production will be later in the day on Sunday night, making it more difficult to sleep. This is why Mondays suck."

"People seem to use sleep as kind of the shock absorber of their life."

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Woman’s Doctor Podcast, helping empower women to embrace their bodies and souls' full potential. Your host, Dr. Trevor Cates has been working with patients for more than 22 years and found the answers to women’s health struggles much deeper than most people would. To help explore this, she’s interviewing colleagues and other wellness experts to get to the root cause, so women can realize their true beauty and be informed decision-makers for themselves and their loved ones.

Dr. Cates welcomes Suzanne Somers to today’s episode. Suzanne is a multiple-bestselling author, a trusted health advocate, successful entrepreneur, star of two TV series, lecturer, entertainer, and actress. 

Today, Suzanne is sharing how having sex three times a week can make you look up to ten years younger! 

Key Takeaways:

[2:44] Suzanne invites the audience to think how would it look like to age well into your 90’s and 100’s

[3:26] Hormone loss is responsible for so many divorces

[3:56] Suzanne talks about when she was diagnosed with cancer.

[6:01] Suzanne shares the advice she would give her younger self.

[9:24] Perspective is acquired with age.

[9:55] Suzanne shares how she reached the point where she can forgive her father.

[10:45] How to argue in order to dissipate the tension almost immediately.

[12:25] Suzanne explains why when you lose your hormones you can’t feel sex.

[13:20] Sex is what makes you, you.

[13:59] Perimenopause now happens much younger than it use to be.

[17:03] Suzanne explores the gut-brain connection and how children who were born through c-section are more susceptible to suffering gut and brain issues.

[18:14] Our bodies need balance and alignment.

[18:53] Suzanne shares where real beauty comes from: The Soul.

[20:40] When did Suzanne realize she was beautiful?

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Tweetables and Quotes:

“50 is a fantastic age but if you are lacking in hormones you won’t be any interested in sex.” — Suzanne Somers

“You are not fun to live with when you are lacking hormones, you won’t even like living with yourself.” — Suzanne Somers

“It is not about who you are but about who do you love and who loves you.” — Suzanne Somers

“Learn to love yourself and look at the part you are playing in every drama in your life.” — Suzanne Somers

“The one thing young people can't have or buy is perspective”  — Suzanne Somers

“There is nothing more healing in life than a true heart-felt apology.”  — Suzanne Somers

“Hormone loss changes your personality.”  — Suzanne Somers